bag

Definition

A container made of flexible material, used for carrying things, such as a purse, backpack, or shopping bag. It can also refer to a specific kind of sack, or in some cases, to the amount something holds.

Usage & Nuances

Commonly used for purses, backpacks, and shopping totes. 'Bag' can be countable ('three bags'), uncountable ('a bag of rice'), or slang for tiredness ('bags under your eyes'). Usually informal. Collocations: 'plastic bag', 'handbag', 'school bag', 'bag of chips'. Do not use 'bag' to mean suitcase (use 'suitcase' or 'luggage').

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