Bag

Pronunciation: /bæɡ/

Definitions of bag

noun a flexible container with an opening at the top, used for carrying things

Example Sentences

A1 I have a blue bag.

A2 She packed her bag for the trip.

B1 I need to buy a new laptop bag.

B2 The bag was filled with groceries.

C1 The designer handbag was on sale.

C2 The bag of money was hidden in the closet.

Examples of bag in a Sentence

formal She carried her laptop in a sleek leather bag to the business meeting.

informal I'll just throw my stuff in my bag and head out.

slang That new backpack is so lit, it's my new go-to bag.

figurative His words were like a mixed bag of emotions, leaving everyone confused.

Grammatical Forms of bag

• past tense: bagged
• plural: bags
• comparative: baggier
• superlative: baggiest
• present tense: bag
• future tense: will bag
• perfect tense: have bagged
• continuous tense: is bagging
• singular: bag
• positive degree: bag
• infinitive: to bag
• gerund: bagging
• participle: bagged

Origin and Evolution of bag

First Known Use: 0013 year

Language of Origin: Old Norse

Story behind the word: The word 'bag' originated from the Old Norse word 'baggi' which meant 'pack' or 'bundle'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'bag' has evolved to refer to a container made of flexible material that is used for carrying or storing items. The meaning of the word has expanded to include various types of bags such as handbags, backpacks, and luggage.