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bagging

American

[bag-ing] / ˈbæg ɪŋ /

noun

woven material, as of hemp or jute, for bags.

bagging British

/ ˈbæɡɪŋ /

noun

coarse woven cloth; sacking

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Etymology

Origin of bagging

First recorded in 1725–35; bag + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

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Walker finished with 135 rushing yards on 27 carries and added 26 receiving yards on the way to bagging MVP honors in Seattle's 29-13 triumph at Levi's Stadium.

From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026

In a dominant second half Joe Cokanasiga scored twice, with Ben Spencer, Henry Arundell and Max Ojomoh also bagging tries.

From BBC • Jan. 16, 2026

Texas, Florida and North Carolina were the top three growth states for U-Haul customers, with Dallas, Houston and Austin bagging the top spots for growth in metro regions.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 8, 2026

Please place the item in the bagging area.

From Salon • Jan. 3, 2026

I drove to the only grocery store in town, called Stokes, and applied for a job bagging groceries.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover

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