bagging

American  

[bag-ing] / ˈbæg ɪŋ /

noun

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

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bagging British  

/ ˈbæɡɪŋ /

noun

1. coarse woven cloth; sacking

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Etymology

Origin of bagging

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

Example Sentences

In the 1970s and 1980s, teen employment routinely topped 50%, as bagging groceries, flipping burgers and lifeguarding were considered a rite of passage for young Americans.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

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

The couple are now celebrating after bagging a Lake District home with a lake, woodland jetty, sauna, hot tub and gym.

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

Their faces are familiar, but you don’t get names and life stories when you’re bagging folks’ groceries.

From "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas