Verb (1)toted his dog from the muddy backyard to the bathtub for a thorough washing
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The story set in Minnesota and shot in Finland, was a first for Thompson who totes a gun while braving a deep freeze.—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 28 Sep. 2025 That Bonnie shows up toting a rifle doesn’t put Benjamin’s mind at ease, but Bonnie hasn’t come to kill Benjamin; but to propose a deal.—Keith Phipps, Vulture, 25 Sep. 2025
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Additionally, customers can also snag a multi-colored tote with a black bag, purple bottom, lime green handles and orange writing.—Cailey Gleeson, jsonline.com, 1 Oct. 2025 Exclusive Paris pieces, such as totes and guitar picks, will be available, alongside its current season collections.—Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for tote
Word History
Etymology
Verb (1)
probably from an English-based creole; akin to Gullah & Krio tot to carry, of Bantu origin; akin to Kikongo -tota to pick up, Kimbundu -tuta to carry
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