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bag

NOUN

1. A flexible container for carrying or storing things

A container made of cloth, paper, plastic, leather, or another material, typically with an opening at the top, used for holding or carrying items.

1.1. General carrying or storage container

A flexible container used to hold, store, or transport groceries, personal belongings, or other objects.

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Examples

  • She put the groceries into a reusable bag.
  • He carried a small bag containing his personal belongings.

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1.2. Handbag or personal bag

A small or medium-sized bag carried by hand or over the shoulder to hold personal items such as a wallet, phone, and keys.

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  • She searched her handbag for her car keys.
  • The designer purse matched her outfit.

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1.3. Travel suitcase or luggage

A bag designed to carry clothing and other belongings when traveling, usually with enough space for several items.

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Examples

  • He packed his clothes into a travel bag before leaving.
  • She placed her suitcase in the trunk of the car.

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1.4. Schoolbag or backpack

A bag used to carry books, school supplies, or other belongings, commonly worn on the back with shoulder straps.

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Examples

  • The student put her textbooks into her school bag.
  • He carried a backpack filled with notebooks and supplies.

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1.5. A sac or pouch in the body

A pouch-like structure in an animal's body that contains fluid or another substance.

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  • sac
  • pouch

Examples

  • The fluid-filled sac was examined during the procedure.
  • The structure forms a small pouch within the animal's body.

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  • cavity
  • membrane
  • bladder

VERB

2. To put something into a bag

To place or pack something inside a bag for storage, carrying, or transport.

2.1. Packing or placing items in a container

Putting objects into a bag or wrapping them together so they can be carried, stored, or transported.

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Examples

  • The cashier bagged the groceries after scanning them.
  • Please pack the items into separate bags.

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VERB

3. To catch or capture something

To catch, capture, or kill an animal, especially during hunting or fishing.

3.1. Catching or capturing prey

Successfully catching or capturing an animal, particularly as part of hunting or fishing.

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  • The hunter bagged a large deer during the expedition.
  • The fisherman hoped to bag several trout before sunset.

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VERB

4. To obtain or gain possession of something

To successfully obtain, acquire, or secure something, such as an award, opportunity, or desired result.

4.1. Acquiring or securing something

Successfully getting or winning something that is desired, pursued, or considered valuable.

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  • She managed to bag a highly competitive internship.
  • The team bagged the championship trophy after a difficult season.

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