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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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Investment banks are bagging lush payments as mergers and acquisitions boom.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 23, 2026

For Jane, it’s either that or bagging groceries at Trader Joe’s.

From Salon • Mar. 26, 2026

The Patriots defence has been brilliant in the play-offs though, bagging four interceptions off CJ Stroud, and they will be licking their chops going up against such a rusty and inexperienced quarterback.

From BBC • Jan. 20, 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

He knew I’d rather be bagging groceries at Stokes than driving the loader in Blackfoot, the dusty town an hour north where Dad was building a milking barn.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover

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