belongings

UK: bɪˈlɒŋɪŋz | US: bɪˈlɔːŋɪŋz

Definition
  1. n. personal possessions or items owned by someone.

Structure
belong <to be the property of>ings <noun suffix indicating plural or collective items>
Etymology

The word "belongings" derives from the verb "belong," which originated in Middle English as "bilongen," meaning "to go along with" or "to pertain to." The suffix "-ings" (from Old English "-ung") transforms the verb into a noun denoting associated items. Over time, "belongings" evolved to specifically refer to personal possessions, reflecting the idea of items that "pertain to" or "are owned by" an individual.

Examples
  1. She packed all her belongings into a single suitcase.

  2. The hotel is not responsible for guests' lost belongings.

  3. His belongings were scattered across the room after the storm.

  4. The police returned the stolen belongings to their rightful owner.

  5. Traveling light means carrying only essential belongings.