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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The concourse hallways had enough space for an airport employee to push a stack of two dozen SmarteCarte luggage carts unimpeded. Miami Herald, 20 Mar. 2026 Cabinets can be integrated at the front and rear, while compartments between the seats provide storage for carry-on luggage. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 18 Mar. 2026 Of course, luggage built this well rarely comes cheap. Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026 With models trailed by porters toting handfuls of monogrammed luggage? Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 16 Mar. 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 22 Mar. 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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