shopping bag

noun

: a bag (as of strong paper) that has handles and is intended for carrying purchases

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Cherry gets there at the same time, driving Daniel’s car like a maniac and carrying a few shopping bags. Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 10 Sep. 2025 This hallmark appears on everything from the beaded embroidery of the Salvator Bomber and graphic tees to the brand’s new shopping bags, marking a new era of JV. Cassell Ferere, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025 Pieces from the anniversary collection will sport a new label that was developed in house that will also be used on the store’s shopping bags. Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2025 Hanging from the fence was a backpack and a reusable shopping bag — each containing a plate capable of stopping small arms fire, according to prosecutors. Jay Weaver, Miami Herald, 5 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for shopping bag

Word History

First Known Use

1849, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of shopping bag was in 1849

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“Shopping bag.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shopping%20bag. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.

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