baggies

American  

[bag-eez] / ˈbæg iz /

noun

(used with a plural verb)

1. loose-fitting swimming trunks, often with a drawstring at the waist, especially as worn by surfers.

2. loose-fitting slacks, especially women's slacks gathered at the waist and tapering toward the ankles.

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Etymology

Origin of baggies

First recorded in 1960–65; bag + -y ² + -s ³

Example Sentences

“It’s a different thing to ask, ‘Will you show up to this protest, where police might come and tear-gas us?’ versus ‘We’re getting whistles. Do you think you could help us with some extra baggies?’

From Slate

Abdul Fatawu's spectacular 94th-minute volley at the King Power Stadium on Monday condemned West Brom to a sixth defeat in eight matches, with Mason saying afterwards that the result "summed up our season" and the Baggies' lack of "killer" instinct.

From Barron's

Karlan Grant, however, equalised for the Baggies before the break with a curling finish.

From Barron's

West Brom boss Ryan Mason said the result, the Baggies' sixth defeat in eight matches, "summed up our season".

From Barron's

At a recent fans forum we hosted, most Baggies fans were leaning more towards a top-half finish as their expectation.

From BBC