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Definition of bag

bag

/bæɡ/
bag

Plural:bags
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Past Simple:bagged
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Past Participle:bagged
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Present Participle:bagging
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• noun

1

A flexible container with an opening at the top, used for carrying or storing items.

Example

"She carefully placed the fragile items into a sturdy canvas bag before leaving the store."


2

A loose fold of skin or a dark circle underneath the eye, often indicating fatigue or aging.

Example

"He had deep bags under his eyes after staying up all night to study for the medical exam."


3

A person's particular area of interest, preference, or expertise (informal).

Example

"Classical music isn't really my bag, but I can still appreciate the orchestra's talent."

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• verb

1

To place items into a flexible container, such as when packing groceries.

Example

"The friendly clerk offered to bag the groceries while the customer paid the bill."


2

To successfully catch, capture, or secure something (especially an animal in hunting or a sought-after prize).

Example

"The ambitious journalist managed to bag an exclusive interview with the elusive author."


3

To hang loosely, bulge, or droop ungracefully.

Example

"His old sweatpants began to bag at the knees after several years of constant wear."

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English 'bagge', most likely derived from Old Norse 'baggi'. First recorded in the 13th century.

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