Experts discuss the debate over wheeled luggage terminology

A debate over the correct term for wheeled luggage has emerged, with "rollaboard" and "rollerboard" being the main contenders. A 2010 survey showed 53% prefer "rollaboard," while 32% use "rollerboard." Linguists note that "rollaboard" originated in the early 1990s with Travelpro, while "rollerboard" became popular later as a more generic term. Both terms are now widely accepted. Experts explain that "rollaboard" refers to luggage that rolls onto a plane, while "rollerboard" is seen as a logical variation. Both terms are valid, reflecting different interpretations of the same concept.