shoulder bag

noun

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

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Adding a shoulder bag and wraparound sunnies makes this an ideal summer look, no matter where your plans take you. — Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 31 July 2026 The peep-toe heels also featured gold hardware emblazoned with the designer’s logo along the forefoot, which coordinated perfectly with the clasps on her $3,100 denim shoulder bag. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 25 July 2026 The brand enters the category with the Kensi, a softly structure scooped shoulder bag, available in small and large sizes. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 24 July 2026 Dunne paired the loving nod with a pair of cheeky denim cutoff shorts, a black T-shirt and a white shoulder bag. — Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for shoulder bag

Word History

First Known Use

1912, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of shoulder bag was in 1912

Rhymes for shoulder bag

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shoulder arm
shoulder bag
shoulder belt
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“Shoulder bag.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shoulder%20bag. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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