Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pack-your-bags

verb phrase
/pæk jʊr bæɡz/
Definition
To prepare for a trip by putting clothes and other items into a suitcase or bag.
Examples
  • Before we head to the airport, make sure to pack your bags tonight.
  • She told him it was time to pack his bags and start a new life.
Meaning
The phrase ‘pack your bags’ typically means to gather your belongings, especially when you’re about to leave for a journey or a new adventure.
Synonyms
  • prepare for departure
  • ready oneself
  • gather belongings