handbag
noun
hand·bag
ˈhan(d)-ˌbag 
1
: suitcase
2
: a bag held in the hand or hung from a shoulder strap and used for carrying small personal articles and money
Examples of handbag in a Sentence
flies only with a handbag so he doesn't have to check his luggage
her handbag is just big enough to hold her favorite photos and wallet
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Finish it with a raffia handbag and flat sandals for a relaxed (but still refined) summer look.
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Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 30 May 2026
These weapons are varied and wide-ranging, including accessories such as fur stoles, rare designer handbags, a sizable collection of statement hats, and Puma’s entire catalog of Speedcat sneakers.
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The 26th annual signature event, held at the Nixon Presidential Library and Museum, included a silent auction showcasing an array of designer and vintage handbags, exclusive experience packages, and exciting grab bag opportunities.
—Sharon Hlapcich, Oc Register, 28 May 2026
There’s a dedicated library section where the shoes and handbags will be.
—Dahvi Shira, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
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Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 30 May 2026
These weapons are varied and wide-ranging, including accessories such as fur stoles, rare designer handbags, a sizable collection of statement hats, and Puma’s entire catalog of Speedcat sneakers.
—Kelsey Stiegman, InStyle, 28 May 2026
The 26th annual signature event, held at the Nixon Presidential Library and Museum, included a silent auction showcasing an array of designer and vintage handbags, exclusive experience packages, and exciting grab bag opportunities.
—Sharon Hlapcich, Oc Register, 28 May 2026
There’s a dedicated library section where the shoes and handbags will be.
—Dahvi Shira, Forbes.com, 28 May 2026
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“Handbag.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handbag. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.
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handbag
noun
hand·bag
ˈhan(d)-ˌbag
1
: suitcase
2
: a woman's bag for carrying small personal articles and money
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