shoulder bag

noun

Synonyms of shoulder bagnext
: a handbag looped over the shoulder by a strap

Examples of shoulder bag in a Sentence

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The shoulder bags even come with a matching zippered toiletry bag to more easily organize your belongings inside the purse. Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 16 Apr. 2026 Layering is key here, so add a lightweight mac (or a blazer), a pair of loafers (or low-heeled boots), and a chic work tote (or a smaller shoulder bag) to keep it smart. India Roby, Glamour, 9 Apr. 2026 In fact, Garner was recently spotted at the airport wearing a pair of Brooks sneakers with jogger pants, a spring-ready jacket, and a catch-all shoulder bag. Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 6 Apr. 2026 Here, a guest added to her base with suede boots and a black shoulder bag. Amanda Le, InStyle, 5 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for shoulder bag

Word History

First Known Use

1912, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of shoulder bag was in 1912

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“Shoulder bag.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shoulder%20bag. Accessed 22 Apr. 2026.

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