baggies
Americannoun
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loose-fitting swimming trunks, often with a drawstring at the waist, especially as worn by surfers.
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loose-fitting slacks, especially women's slacks gathered at the waist and tapering toward the ankles.
Etymology
Origin of baggies
Example Sentences
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“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 • Jan. 31, 2026
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
Lunch foods are also quick to prepare and aesthetically pleasing, especially when packed in your favorite baggies and boxes.
From Salon • Apr. 30, 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
“This has some plastic baggies to clean up after him. There’re also some treats, and I threw in a couple of water bottles.”
From "A Soft Place to Land" by Janae Marks
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