Verb (1)toted his dog from the muddy backyard to the bathtub for a thorough washing
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The aluminum design feels sturdy enough to tote anywhere; the touch screen is convenient; and the white keyboard backlighting is effective in low light.—PC Magazine, 25 Mar. 2025 The avalanche of attention started a few weeks ago when a video of Khan toting a boom box and rapping along with the players on their way to the court picked up serious steam.—Sam Brock, NBC News, 23 Mar. 2025
Noun
For shorter trips, upgrade your duffel with this smart-looking overnight tote made out of caramel-hued leather.—Talia Ergas, Travel + Leisure, 29 Mar. 2025 Key to My Heart Embossed Manhattan Mini Tote $248 $148 at Amazon
This adorable mini tote is just big enough to fit your phone, a slim wallet, and a few small essentials like your go-to lipstick or favorite sunglasses.—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 28 Mar. 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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