tote bag

noun

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

Examples of tote bag in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

That’s where an oversized tote bag comes in, and Angelina Jolie just made a compelling case for the roomy carryall. — Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 13 July 2026

Some complained on social media that international tourists at Trader Joe’s were buying up all the mini canvas tote bags. — Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026

Style them with pointy kitten heels, a lightweight button-down, and an oversized leather tote bag for a polished, office-friendly look. — Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 7 July 2026

Fill a basket or small tote bag with a favorite regional goodie (think cheese straws or pepper jelly), makeup wipes, a few hydration powder packs, and even an insulated coffee mug for mornings on the dock. — Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 3 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1900, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for tote bag

• bundestag
• saddlebag
• ag
• brag
• dag
• drag
• flag
• gag
• hag
• hagg
• lag
• mag

Kids Definition

tote bag

noun

: a large handbag