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LUG-ij/ˈlʌɡɪdʒ/

Luggage is the bags you take when you travel. It is uncountable: some luggage, a piece of luggage — not luggages, not a luggage. Baggage is a close synonym, also uncountable. A suitcase is one countable bag. Lost luggage is a common airport phrase.

Meaning

The bags you take when you travel. Uncountable in English.

Examples

• “Please put your luggage on the scale.”
• “How many pieces of luggage have you got?”
• “Leave your luggage by the door.”

Good to know

uncountable: some luggage. a piece of luggage. Contrast: suitcase (one bag).

Near in meaning

baggage

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