tote bag

noun

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

Examples of tote bag in a Sentence

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Keep scrolling to shop more tote bags inspired by Nicole Kidman now. Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025 The label’s cult-favorite Neverfull tote bag — blending chicness with functionality? Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 31 Oct. 2025 Add a splash of color with a pair of statement tights and accessorize with a designer leather tote bag. Clare Holden, Glamour, 24 Oct. 2025 Some played patty-cake to pass the time before doors opened, while others sported Paramore tote bags and Bleachers T-shirts. Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for tote bag

Word History

First Known Use

1900, in the meaning defined above

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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. 2025.

Kids Definition

tote bag

noun
: a large handbag

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