Definition

A bag used to hold old cloths or scraps, often containing a mix of different items.

Example

She kept all her old clothes in a ragbag for recycling.

Conversation

I found this old ragbag in the garage while cleaning.

Really? What did you find in it?

Just some old clothes and other random stuff, a real mix!

Sounds like a treasure trove of memories.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Ragbag is formed from "rag" (from Old English *raga*, meaning a piece of torn cloth) and "bag" (from Old English *bagga*, meaning a sack or pouch). The word "ragbag" refers to a bag made for holding rags or scraps of cloth.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'piece of torn cloth' ('rag') being put into a 'sack' ('bag') — that's why a ragbag is a bag for holding rags.

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