Verb (1)toted his dog from the muddy backyard to the bathtub for a thorough washing
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Dozens of people carrying American flags and toting MAGA gear gathered outside Sheron’s home Friday to show support for him and his wife.—Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2026 Riley kept moving, crashing parties at the Sundance Film Festival and toting the screenplay everywhere, honing his pitch.—Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 17 May 2026
Noun
Béis has expanded its offerings over the last few years to include kid-friendly luggage, stylish diaper bags, gym bags, commuter totes, and even fun, limited-edition color drops and collaborations.—Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 May 2026 The tote harnesses one of 2026’s trendiest materials — raffia — and pairs it with the kind of full-grain leather that even smells the way leather should.—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 27 May 2026 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