tote bag

noun

: a large 2-handled open-topped bag (as of canvas)

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Among the looks will be L.L. Bean windbreakers, viral tote bags in a variety of colors and sizes, Bean Boots, trucker hats, among other items. Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 13 Mar. 2025 Also in the new line, there’s a washbag and tote bag. Joanne Shurvell, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025 Hand-holding accessibility aside, an oversized tote bag can fit all of your things for commuting and upcoming travel. Nicol Natale, People.com, 4 Mar. 2025 At the perfect size, this handbag is smaller than a tote bag or purse, but large enough to fit essentials like your phone, keys, wallet, airpods, and lip gloss. Lauryn Jiles, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for tote bag

Word History

First Known Use

1900, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tote bag was in 1900

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“Tote bag.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tote%20bag. Accessed 23 Mar. 2025.

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tote bag

noun
: a large handbag

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