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

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

From Salon • Mar. 26, 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

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

We all knew that Bull couldn’t catch a pop fly if it landed in his lap, so we weren’t exactly surprised to see him bagging groceries that spring at the Winn-Dixie.

From "Flush" by Carl Hiaasen