tote bag

noun

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

Examples of tote bag in a Sentence

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The tote bags, which went viral in 2024, were last restocked at stores nationwide in August. Cailey Gleeson, jsonline.com, 1 Oct. 2025 The insulated tote bag can carry a six-pack of drinks or fit your lunch, according to the product page. Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 30 Sep. 2025 No matter what someone’s day entails, a sturdy tote bag is sure to come in handy. L. Daniela Alvarez, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Sep. 2025 This foldable tote bag condenses down to almost nothing, but expands to hold everything from beach towels to a grocery haul. Julie Rousseau, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2025 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 5 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

tote bag

noun
: a large handbag

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