tote bag

noun

: a large 2-handled open-topped bag (as of canvas)

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Hundreds of Amazon shoppers have already bought this Montana West tote bag this month. Clara McMahon, People.com, 5 Aug. 2025 Simply pair them with flats and a hardworking tote bag now—then style with loafers or knee-high boots come fall. Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 30 July 2025 This aesthetic tote bag is water and sandproof and features multiple pockets to stow away your valuables. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 27 July 2025 Another user suggested that students pack in boxes or tote bags labeled with their name and room number to minimize the risk of losing items in the shuffle. Matthew Kelly july 22, Kansas City Star, 22 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for tote bag

Word History

First Known Use

1900, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of tote bag was in 1900

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“Tote bag.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tote%20bag. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.

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tote bag

noun
: a large handbag

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