tote bag

noun

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

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Jw Pei Hana Tote Bag Made from a luxe-looking faux suede fabric, this medium-sized purse can be worn as a shoulder bag or draped over your wrist as a small tote bag. Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 24 Oct. 2025 Add a splash of color with a pair of statement tights and accessorize with a designer leather tote bag. Clare Holden, Glamour, 24 Oct. 2025 Some played patty-cake to pass the time before doors opened, while others sported Paramore tote bags and Bleachers T-shirts. Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2025 Yes, the truck has a wall mount for phones and, yes, tote bags are available. Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 22 Oct. 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 1 Nov. 2025.

Kids Definition

tote bag

noun
: a large handbag

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