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

The walls of Caldera’s office are covered in dozens of clear baggies filled with the parts of equipment on which he commonly works, a testament to Bush’s boast that Caldera “can repair anything.”

From Los Angeles Times • Jul. 25, 2024

Everything she needed had gotten pricier in just the past few weeks: the peanuts, the sugar, the oil, the gas tank, and the plastic baggies to package the treat.

From New York Times • Aug. 6, 2022

For example, reusing glass storage containers is more "eco-friendly" than single-use plastic baggies, but glass requires energy to manufacture, and is difficult to recycle.

From Salon • Feb. 3, 2022

Zip-top baggies are terrific for storing and separating different types of decorations, Monte says, especially gallon-size bags.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 22, 2021

“Everyone should carry some flyers with Ziggy’s picture, and I also made baggies with Ziggy’s favorite dog treats.”

From "A Soft Place to Land" by Janae Marks