tote bag

noun

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

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The princess finished off her look with a braided white tote bag by Anya Hindmarch—an unexpected choice for the Princess of Wales, who is typically photographed carrying tiny clutches or small top-handle bags of similar size. Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 12 July 2025 Accessorizing her sweet, summery dress, Miller added a large Bottega Veneta tote bag in the brand’s signature intrecciato leather and a pair of oversized sunglasses. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 8 July 2025 This sleek Rockland set comes with just that: A compact, yet generously spacious tote bag that’s perfectly sized to fit underneath the airplane seat in front of you. Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2025 Ana Gutierrez and Caleb Yum fanned out across town, took the parasite scan, collected the tote bag and came back with this report on five activations including the Lodge from Paramount+, FX's Alien experience and the Museum of the Future House. Deborah Sengupta Stith, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 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 16 Jul. 2025.

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tote bag

noun
: a large handbag

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