bagwomen

/ˈbæɡˌwʊmɛn/

Definitions

1. noun

women who carry or transport bags, especially for a living, such as street vendors or beggars.

“The bagwomen on the street corner were an eye-catching sight.”

2. noun

women who have a lot of possessions or responsibilities, such as a woman with many children to care for.

“As a bagwoman with three young kids, she had a hard time balancing work and family life.”

Synonyms

  • beggars
  • street sellers
  • vendors

Antonyms

  • bagmen
  • men with little to carry