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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While some handbags sit too high and bounce against my ribcage, Quince’s version rests just above my hip.
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Shea Simmons, People.com, 9 Aug. 2025
There are exemptions such as special clothing or footwear designed for athletic activity or protective use and jewelry, handbags, luggage, umbrellas, wallets, watches and similar accessory items.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 9 Aug. 2025
The classic core look consists of really good jeans, high-quality wool or cashmere sweaters, great shoes (whether that’s high heels, flats, or sneakers), cool accessories—especially high-quality handbags—and classic, timeless jewelry.
—Alexandra Schöb, Glamour, 7 Aug. 2025
For more Jet Set designs and similar styles, check out our favorite tote bags, handbags, and accessories in the designer outlet sale below before they’re gone.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 7 Aug. 2025
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Shea Simmons, People.com, 9 Aug. 2025
There are exemptions such as special clothing or footwear designed for athletic activity or protective use and jewelry, handbags, luggage, umbrellas, wallets, watches and similar accessory items.
—Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 9 Aug. 2025
The classic core look consists of really good jeans, high-quality wool or cashmere sweaters, great shoes (whether that’s high heels, flats, or sneakers), cool accessories—especially high-quality handbags—and classic, timeless jewelry.
—Alexandra Schöb, Glamour, 7 Aug. 2025
For more Jet Set designs and similar styles, check out our favorite tote bags, handbags, and accessories in the designer outlet sale below before they’re gone.
—Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 7 Aug. 2025
See All Example Sentences for handbag
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“Handbag.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/handbag. Accessed 21 Aug. 2025.
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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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