English · Daily Life
bag
/bæɡ/
[/bæɡ/]
carrying container
Beginnernoun
Definition
A flexible container with an opening at the top, used for carrying things.
Example
She slung her heavy bag over one shoulder and hurried to catch the departing train.
She slung her heavy bag over one shoulder and hurried to catch the departing train.
Etymology
From Old Norse 'baggi', a pack or bundle, recorded in English from the 13th century.
How & Where It’s Used
An everyday container; also figurative in 'in the bag' meaning certain to succeed.