noun

1. the trunks, bags, etc. of a traveler, esp. when packed and being used on a trip; luggage
2. the supplies and gear of an army

3. Etymology: assoc., in sense “camp follower,” with “army baggage,” but < ? Fr bagasse, harlot < OFr baiasse, ult. < Ar baghīy, pl. baghāyā, whore, prostitute

   1. a prostitute or wanton
   2. a saucy, impudent, or lively girl
4. burdensome, superfluous, or outdated ideas, practices, etc.

Etymology: ME & OFr bagage < bagues, baggage < ML bagga, chest, bag, prob. < ON baggi, bag