Verb (1)toted his dog from the muddy backyard to the bathtub for a thorough washing
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Verb
After a series of passes and penalties, Hall toted the ball on a handoff from the Cowboys’ 27-yard line.—Zack Rosenblatt, New York Times, 6 Oct. 2025 One man toted a fluorescent-green poster board that offered a reward for unorthodox medical assistance.—Victoria Bekiempis, Vulture, 3 Oct. 2025
Noun
While this tote has a classic silhouette, Quince’s handbag selection also includes a few more pieces that resemble the shape of Holmes’ bag.—Rachel Trujillo, PEOPLE, 6 Oct. 2025 Coach Willow Tote This iconic Coach tote deserves a spot in your closet.—Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for tote
Word History
Etymology
Verb (1)
probably from an English-based creole; akin to Gullah & Krio tot to carry, of Bantu origin; akin to Kikongo -tota to pick up, Kimbundu -tuta to carry
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