shoulder bag

noun

: a handbag looped over the shoulder by a strap

Examples of shoulder bag in a Sentence

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Grab this shoulder bag as a gift for your favorite teenage girl, then treat yourself to some trendy kitten-heel boots to pat yourself on the back. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 29 Nov. 2024 The effortless shoulder bag has been coveted across the internet for its perfectly slouchy silhouette and casual coolness. Erin Lassner, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Nov. 2024 Searches for the Coach Brooklyn, a minimalist shoulder bag worn by Bella Hadid, are up 165 percent. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 21 Nov. 2024 Your black leather Coach Tabby bag will get plenty of use during your holiday at home as a versatile shoulder bag or crossbody bag with all your daily essentials that pairs perfectly with everything in your carry-on luggage. Adam Mansuroglu, WWD, 18 Nov. 2024 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 9 Dec. 2024.

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