shoulder bag

noun

: a handbag looped over the shoulder by a strap

Examples of shoulder bag in a Sentence

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Embracing the ‘90s vibes that have made a major comeback, this rounded leather shoulder bag with its subtle, tortoise-print leather and decorative gold bauble (which doubles as a way to adjust the strap) is perfect for holiday parties and dressier outings like Christmas concerts and ballets. Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 19 Dec. 2024 Below, browse some of our favorite on-sale shoulder bags, tote bags, and crossbody purses from $56. Averi Baudler, People.com, 18 Dec. 2024 Any outfit looks better with a fabulous pair of boots, a sharp jacket, bold earrings, or a sleek shoulder bag (or all of the above). Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 12 Dec. 2024 Lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag $58 $29 at Lululemon Lululemon Boxy tote bag $118 $84 at Lululemon Mansur Gavriel Looking for a chic tote, shoulder bag, or crossbody? Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for shoulder bag 

Word History

First Known Use

1912, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of shoulder bag was in 1912

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“Shoulder bag.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shoulder%20bag. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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