De bagageclaim
Example: Na de vlucht wachten we bij de bagageclaim op onze koffers.
Definition
"De bagageclaim" refers to the designated area in an airport where passengers collect their checked luggage after a flight. It is the place where travelers wait to retrieve their suitcases and bags upon arrival, as in the phrase: 'After the flight, we wait at de bagageclaim for our suitcases.'
Etymology
The term "de bagageclaim" combines the Dutch article 'de' with 'bagage,' meaning luggage, and the English word 'claim,' referring to the act of retrieving or claiming something. This blend reflects the international nature of air travel terminology, where English terms are often incorporated into Dutch vocabulary.
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"De bagageclaim" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Tourism - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 135 commonly used words.
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