tote bag

noun

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

Examples of tote bag in a Sentence

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More Doesn't expire For a limited time and on the app only, shoppers can scoop up 25% off slouchy tote bags. — Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 5 Nov. 2026 After the show, Meloni and Eichner graciously took some pictures with fans, people queued to buy souvenir tote bags to stuff into their existing tote bags, and Klausner felt grateful. — Rebecca Alter, Vulture, 4 Nov. 2026 Next year will bring denim accessories like tote bags and hats. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026 Someone can easily slip a hand into an open tote bag and take your phone or wallet in a second, warns Eve. — Jillian Dara, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2026 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 9 Nov. 2026.

Kids Definition

tote bag

noun
: a large handbag

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