1. suitcases, cases and bags carried by travellers, baggage. luggageluggage , n. [from 4th lug.] that which is lugged; anything cumbrous and heavy to be carried; especially, a traveler's trunks, baggage, etc., or their contents. i am gathering up my luggage, and preparing for my journey. what do you mean, to dote thus on such luggage!