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as in suitcase
a bag carried by hand and designed to hold a traveler's clothing and personal articles
flies only with a handbag so he doesn't have to check his luggage
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as in purse
a container for carrying money and small personal items
her handbag is just big enough to hold her favorite photos and wallet
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Recent Examples of handbag
While the focus is on leather goods and each entry must include a handbag, designers are invited to flesh out their capsules with garments and other items such as bag charms.
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Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 13 June 2025
She’s been seen walking around in the brand’s equally pricy slipper flats and practical leather handbags, among other elevated wardrobe staples.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 11 June 2025
The all-black, leather handbag is the first version of the timeless luxury staple.
—Jade Walker, CNN Money, 9 June 2025
The bankruptcy filing also notes that Frausto sold his Maserati sports car, a Louis Vuitton handbag, a Gucci wallet and other designer goods.
—Jeff McDonald, Mercury News, 13 June 2025
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Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 13 June 2025
She’s been seen walking around in the brand’s equally pricy slipper flats and practical leather handbags, among other elevated wardrobe staples.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 11 June 2025
The all-black, leather handbag is the first version of the timeless luxury staple.
—Jade Walker, CNN Money, 9 June 2025
The bankruptcy filing also notes that Frausto sold his Maserati sports car, a Louis Vuitton handbag, a Gucci wallet and other designer goods.
—Jeff McDonald, Mercury News, 13 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for handbag
Noun
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Durable Travel Luggage For Every Road Trip Style Family road trips become more organized when everyone can quickly identify their own suitcases.—
Rebecca Deurlein,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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The stars of the show are the workers who haul out the jet skis and clean the bathrooms and unpack your suitcase.—
Nina Metz,
Chicago Tribune,
18 June 2025
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Wear it with your favorite jewelry, a cute purse, and ballet flats, if you’re headed to date night or a birthday party.—
Isabel Garcia,
People.com,
27 June 2025
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Use leather cleaner and conditioner to protect your leather furniture, purses, shoes, and clothing.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
26 June 2025
Noun
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Mattia allegedly took the man’s wallet and car keys before driving away with the victim’s friend still inside the vehicle, according to the Sheriff’s Office.—
Darrell Smith,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2025
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This belt bag has an adjustable strap that can be worn across your chest or waist, and keeps your phone, wallet, and sunglasses within reach.—
Rylee Johnston,
Travel + Leisure,
17 June 2025
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The outcome of the voting split caused tensions to flare, and a male islander to pack their bags and go home.—
Taylor Ardrey,
USA Today,
18 June 2025
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Kulture also appeared in the carousel with a glamorous shot of her poolside, dressed in a beige swimsuit, LV scarf, matching floral bag and Van Cleef & Arpels anklets.—
Amber Corrine,
VIBE.com,
17 June 2025
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“Handbag.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/handbag. Accessed 2 Jul. 2025.
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