baggy

[ bag-ee ]

adjective

, bag·gi·er, bag·gi·est.

1. baglike; hanging loosely.

   Synonyms: loose-fitting, loose, droopy

baggy

¹

/ ˈbæɡɪ /

noun

1. a variant spelling of bagie

baggy

²

/ ˈbæɡɪ /

adjective

1. (of clothes) hanging loosely; puffed out

Derived Forms

• ˈbagginess, noun
• ˈbaggily, adverb

Other Words From

• baggi·ly adverb
• baggi·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of baggy¹

First recorded in 1820–30; bag + -y ¹

Example Sentences

Considering it was the second consecutive season that Cronin had added at least eight new players, roster stability appears to have gone the way of baggy shorts.

From Los Angeles Times

He looked to be in his early fifties, in baggy clothes and loosely laced sneakers, eyes squeezed mostly closed, expression slack.

From Salon

The Marina del Rey-based marketing firm owner recalls being mortified at the age of 8, when her mother sent her to class in baggy leggings and a bathing suit.

From Los Angeles Times

Their work is best recognized by the magic they do with upcycling — flannel shirts layered on top of baggy denim become a new genre entirely, something from the future.

From Los Angeles Times

This new Oasis scene seems to feature fewer blokes with sideburns, baggy nylon football shirts and those loud burps that follow swiftly-downed cans of Carling.

From BBC

Related Words

• billowing
• floppy
• oversize
• roomy