baggies

[ bag-eez ]

noun

, (used with a plural verb)

1. loose-fitting swimming trunks, often with a drawstring at the waist, especially as worn by surfers.
2. loose-fitting slacks, especially women's slacks gathered at the waist and tapering toward the ankles.

Word History and Origins

Origin of baggies¹

First recorded in 1960–65; bag + -y ² + -s ³

Example Sentences

Heroin used to come in the same way, either packed in bundles of wax baggies or as chunks resembling sticks of chalk.

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The deputy allegedly spotted a glass pipe in the car and a search produced several more, along with some baggies of pot.

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Dozens of empty drug baggies were found strewn around his apartment.

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Passion Pit: ‘Carried Away (Tiesto Remix)’ Baggies full of colored Fun Dip candy or mind-altering substances?

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