Word: Luggage

Pronunciation

/ˈlʌɡɪdʒ/

Definitions

• Noun: Bags, cases, and containers used for carrying personal belongings during travel. It can also refer to the contents of such items.

  • Example Sentence: “She packed her luggage with clothes and essentials for the week-long trip.”
  • Another Example: “The airline lost my luggage, so I had to buy new clothes.”

Phrases

• “Check your luggage”: To hand over one’s suitcases or bags to be transported in the hold of an aircraft or other transport vehicle.
  • Example: “Before boarding the plane, passengers need to check their luggage at the counter.”
• “Carry-on luggage”: Refers to baggage that is small enough to be brought onto an aircraft and stored in the overhead compartment or under the seat in front.
  • Example: “His carry-on luggage contained his laptop, a book, and some snacks.”

Example Sentences

• Noun (as the item): “They wheeled their heavy luggage through the airport terminal.”
• Noun (as the contents): “Her luggage included a swimsuit for the beach and formal wear for the gala dinner.”

Synonyms

• Baggage
• Suitcase
• Bags
• Trunk
• Valise
• Travel bag
• Portmanteau
• Backpack (for certain types of luggage)
• Hand luggage (for carry-on)