The luggage allowance
Example: Luggage allowance defines maximum baggage permitted on flight
Definition
"The luggage allowance" refers to the maximum weight or number of baggage items that a passenger is permitted to bring on a flight without incurring additional fees. This limit is set by airlines to ensure safety and efficiency during travel.
Etymology
The phrase "the luggage allowance" combines "luggage," which originates from the Middle English word 'lug' meaning to carry or drag, and "allowance," derived from Old French 'alouance,' meaning permission or granted portion. Together, it reflects the permitted amount of baggage a traveler may carry.
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"The luggage allowance" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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