tote bag

noun

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

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It’s made up of a talavera flower vase filled with marigolds, a swing top bottle of agua bendita and a reusable tote bag of Selena’s beaming smile. Amy Contreras, Los Angeles Times, 3 Apr. 2025 Like picking the right tote bag, your attire can be a professional asset. Boutayna Chokrane, Wired News, 3 Apr. 2025 The One Direction alum also added sunglasses and had a blue and white tote bag slung over his shoulder. Catherine Santino, People.com, 2 Apr. 2025 In an era where nondescript tote bags, distinguishable only by their branding, have become the go-to for even the most stylish, something had to give. Naomi Rougeau, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 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 11 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

tote bag

noun
: a large handbag

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