The term 'LUGGAGE-COMPARTMENT' can be broken down into two words, 'LUGGAGE' and 'COMPARTMENT'. LUGGAGE is defined as any type of bag or container used for carrying personal items while traveling. A COMPARTMENT is a separate area or space within a larger structure. Therefore, the term 'LUGGAGE-COMPARTMENT' refers to a specific area within a vehicle, such as an automobile, where LUGGAGE can be stored. The crossword solution for this term is 'BOOT', which is a British term for the trunk of a car.