shoulder bag

noun

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

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Add Tibi’s funnel-neck trench coat for effortless ease, then introduce a touch of shine with Zara’s gold-metallic ballet flats and The Row’s brown shoulder bag. Laura Jackson, Vogue, 9 Dec. 2025 The model finished off the look with a sturdy black shoe and a black shoulder bag with gold hardware, though brown accessories would suit the look just as well thanks to the neutral nature of the green coat and denim combo. Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 6 Dec. 2025 Tory Burch Robinson Spazzolato Leather Shoulder Bag Nordstrom’s sale section is packed full of gifts, too, like this dazzling Tory Burch shoulder bag that’s $215 off today. Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 5 Dec. 2025 Its adjustable strap can be styled as either a crossbody or a shoulder bag, adding versatility to your wardrobe. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 3 Dec. 2025 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 12 Dec. 2025.

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