Bag

Definition

Bag is a noun that refers to a container made of flexible material, used for carrying items. As a verb, it means to put items in a bag, to capture something, or to secure or obtain something.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /bæɡ/
• Respelling: bag

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /bæɡ/
• Respelling: bag

The pronunciation of "bag" is identical in both American and British English.

Etymology

The word "bag" originates from Old Norse "baggi," meaning "a pack or bundle." It was adopted into Middle English to refer to a sack or container and has retained similar meanings since.

Derivatives

• Baggage (noun)
• Baggy (adjective)
• Bagful (noun)
• Handbag (noun)
• Bagged (verb)

Synonyms

• Sack
• Satchel
• Pouch

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The term "bag" is used to refer to various types of containers, as in "She carried her books in a large bag." It can also be used as a verb, for example, "They managed to bag the top prize at the competition."

Related Terms

• Pouch: A small bag used for carrying small items.
• Case: A container designed for holding items or protecting them.
• Container: An object for holding or transporting something.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A flexible container for carrying items: Refers to a sack, pouch, or similar item used to hold and transport things.
  • Example: "She packed her clothes in a travel bag."
• A quantity or load: Describes an amount of something, often as much as a bag can hold.
  • Example: "They collected a bag of apples from the orchard."

Verb

• To put items in a bag: Refers to placing objects into a container.
  • Example: "He bagged the groceries at the store."
• To capture or secure something: Often used to describe the act of obtaining or capturing something.
  • Example: "She bagged a rare book at the auction."