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bagsy
What does bagsy mean?
To lay first claim to something ('bagsy the front seat'). Common British playground slang, strong in the North/Midlands.
"Bagsy I get the last slice."
Origin
British children's slang, from 'bags' (to claim/grab).
Frequently asked questions
What does bagsy mean?
To bagsy something is to claim it first, like calling dibs. It's common British playground slang, as in 'bagsy the front seat.'
Is bagsy the same as calling dibs?
Yes, it's the British equivalent of the American 'dibs' — laying first claim to something.
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