also: カバンもち
noun
private secretary; personal assistant
Refers to a close aide who handles scheduling, errands, and often literally carries the boss's bag. Common in political or business contexts.
彼は大臣のかばん持ちとして、スケジュール管理から雑用までこなしている。
As the minister's private secretary, he handles everything from scheduling to odd jobs.
noun
Derogatory term for someone who constantly follows a superior, often doing menial tasks. Implies subservience and lack of independence.
あいつは社長のかばん持ちで、自分の意見なんて何も言えないんだ。
He's just the president's flunky; he can't voice any opinion of his own.
noun
bag carrier; luggage carrier; carrying a bag
Literal meaning: a person who carries someone's bag, or the act of carrying a bag. Can be used neutrally or jokingly.
観光地でかばん持ちのアルバイトをしたことがある。
I once worked part-time as a luggage carrier at a tourist spot.
彼女は買い物のとき、いつも私にかばん持ちをさせる。
She always makes me carry her bags when we go shopping.
Compound of かばん (bag) and 持ち (carrier, from 持つ 'to hold'). Literally 'bag carrier', extended to mean a personal aide or flunky.