tote bag

noun

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

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For the first time, visitors can also shop Basel Social Club merchandise, including limited-edition shirts, tote bags, and caps created in collaboration, with subtle nods to the club’s past locations: Farm, Villa, Factory, and Bank. Nel-Olivia Waga, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025 Users can see the Pinterest board Chamberlain created as inspiration for the new blend, the behind-the-scenes content from the photo shoot and click shoppable Pins to purchase the limited-edition blend and merchandise collaboration with coffee cups, a keychain, pitcher and a tote bag. Kanika Talwar, Footwear News, 17 June 2025 It’s also made with a sturdy base, so unlike a regular tote bag, this one stands up on its own. Averi Baudler, People.com, 16 June 2025 On the weekends, a fabric tote bag with linen ballerinas will look nice. René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 11 June 2025 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 23 Jun. 2025.

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tote bag

noun
: a large handbag

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