luggage

noun

lug·​gage ˈlə-gij How to pronounce luggage (audio)
Synonyms of luggagenext
: something that is lugged
especially : suitcases for a traveler's belongings : baggage

Examples of luggage in a Sentence

Passengers are limited to two items of carry-on luggage.
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Angela followed the immigration agent to retrieve Carlos’ luggage. Miami Herald, 31 Jan. 2026 Barbour will continue to host complimentary breakfast and lunch Sunday through Tuesday as well as the coat and luggage check each day. Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 30 Jan. 2026 But, does Away luggage go on sale? Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2026 Your suitcase will be delivered to your room just as soon as the crew can get to it, but that could take several hours (and in rare cases, even longer) given the sheer volume of luggage being managed. Jill Schildhouse, Southern Living, 30 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for luggage

Word History

First Known Use

1595, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of luggage was in 1595

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“Luggage.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/luggage. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.

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luggage

noun
lug·​gage ˈləg-ij How to pronounce luggage (audio)
: something that is lugged
especially : suitcases or traveling bags for a traveler's belongings : baggage

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