Meaning & use

luggage

noun·Everyday

Bags, suitcases, and other containers used to carry personal belongings while traveling.

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She checked two pieces of luggage before boarding her flight to Rome.

His luggage was delayed, so he had to buy a change of clothes.

A note on using this word

Luggage is an uncountable noun in English, so we say 'a piece of luggage,' not 'a luggage.'

Words with a similar meaning

baggage

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