tote bag

noun

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

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Rajby worked with five members of the program to paint and print tote bags that were then distributed at the show. Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 24 Apr. 2026 The pre-fall collection also debuts new color ways of Jacobs’ tote bag and the Snapshot. Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 23 Apr. 2026 To transform the cafe, AD and Miele created custom coffee sleeves, napkins, and tote bags filled with AD’s latest issue. The Editors Of Ad, Architectural Digest, 22 Apr. 2026 Pair with a fun tote bag and some sneakers for an outfit that’s easy but looks nicely polished. Aashna Gheewalla, PEOPLE, 22 Apr. 2026 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 26 Apr. 2026.

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tote bag

noun
: a large handbag

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