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bag drag
What does bag drag mean?
An inspection in which every item is dragged out of a service member's bags to check for unauthorized or prohibited equipment, typically before a shift or after returning from deployment.
"Customs ran a full bag drag before they let us fly home."
Origin
US military slang.
Frequently asked questions
What is a 'bag drag'?
A bag drag is an inspection where every item is pulled out of a service member's bags to check for unauthorized or prohibited gear.
When does a bag drag happen?
It typically happens before a shift, at customs, or when returning from deployment to make sure no contraband is being carried.
Does 'bag drag' ever mean something else?
The term is also used loosely for the physical hauling of one's bags during a move, but in the inspection sense it specifically means unpacking everything for a check.
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