Bagging

/ˈbæɡɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The action of putting items into a bag, especially in a retail context.

The bagging process at the grocery store can be quite quick, especially with self-checkout lanes.

A style of packaging or storing goods for sale or transport.

The bagging of fruits and vegetables is essential for keeping them fresh during transport.

verb

The act of placing items into a bag.

She is bagging groceries for the customers in a hurry.

To win or obtain something, particularly in a competitive context.

He is hoping to bag the championship trophy this year.

Derived from the word 'bag', which comes from Middle English 'bagge', possibly of Scandinavian origin.

bagging groceries

The process of placing purchased items into bags after check-out.

bagging it

Slang for not putting in effort, often used to mean giving up.

bag a deal

To successfully negotiate a favorable agreement.

bag

A flexible container with an opening at the top, used for carrying things.

baggage

Luggage or personal belongings carried by a person.

bagger

A machine or person that bags something.

To achieve a goal or take possession of something desirable.

He was really excited about bagging that promotion.

To kill or capture an animal, typically in a hunting context.

He bagged a huge buck during hunting season.