Definition of handbag
1 : suitcase
2 : a bag held in the hand or hung from a shoulder strap and used for carrying small personal articles and money
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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
Recent Examples of handbag from the Web
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According to the report, Bennett had their 9-month-old child with him.and wanted to retrieve a computer, iPad, engagement ring, clothes and handbags.
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The handbag and accessories company posted a smaller loss than analysts had anticipated.
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HONG KONG — Christie’s says a luxury handbag has shattered the world auction record in Hong Kong.
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Dangling next to a bright red Fossil handbag is a single, blush-leather Ivanka Trump satchel.
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Lord & Taylor is offering up to 60 percent off summer fashion, up to 70 percent off women's handbags, and up to 75 percent off clearance items with the code MEMORIAL, along with other hot deals.
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Coach Performs a U-turn Fortune has a great profile on Coach CEO Victor Luis and his efforts to revive high-end handbag maker Coach.
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As an example, Louis Vuitton is hosting a special event this month that includes an exhibition as well as an opportunity for customers to order bespoke handbags and luggage.
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These nifty-looking $55 cases are made from truck and tractor inner tubes by Passchal, a handbag company from Richmond, VA.
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First Known Use of handbag
1859
HANDBAG Defined for English Language Learners
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playDefinition of handbag for English Language Learners
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: a woman's small bag or purse used for carrying personal things and money
HANDBAG Defined for Kids
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playDefinition of handbag for Students
: a bag used for carrying money and small personal articles
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