tote bag

noun

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

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Mercato tote bag Inspired by a spacious shopper, this leather tote can be worn with the sides cinched or open. — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2026 Video footage of the store’s opening showed customers waiting in a line snaking through the shopping plaza to enter the store, with shoppers trying samples and purchasing tote bags and snacks. — Ella Chakarian, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026 As previously reported, the partnership will splash out with official merchandise — including apparel, tote bags, hats, and more — available at LISA’s official Amazon store and PlayStation’s online store. — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 21 Oct. 2026 Coach’s coffee shop offers a variety of merchandise like tote bags, bag charms, hats, pins, drinkware and more that range from $15 to $175. — Noelle Alviz-Gransee, Kansas City Star, 20 Oct. 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 31 Oct. 2026.

Kids Definition

tote bag

noun
: a large handbag

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