tote bag

noun

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

Examples of tote bag in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Crossbody bags, like this one, are a go-to style for Taylor Swift, while tote bags are taking over Angelina Jolie’s closet. Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 5 Apr. 2024 Admission includes perks like free drinks, including nonalcoholic beers from Best Day Brewing; DIY craft projects to try; stations with photo ops; and a tote bag to carry all your purchases home. Chris Kelly, Washington Post, 4 Apr. 2024 Balenciaga’s version of the iconic 99-cent IKEA tote bag went on sale for $2,145. Quartz Staff, Quartz, 13 Mar. 2024 Some consumers have gone to multiple Trader Joe's stores seeking the tote bags, while others call ahead to see if the bags are still in stock, according to The New York Times. Kalhan Rosenblatt, NBC News, 12 Mar. 2024 The Row Sofia leather top handle bag The Row Sofia 8.75 leather bag The Row Sofia 10 leather tote bag The Row Sofia mini leather shoulder bag The Park Not too many good things came out of the year 2020, but The Row gave us a glimmer of sartorial hope with the debut images of The Park tote. Alexis Bennett Parker, Vogue, 25 Mar. 2024 That's led fans of the bags to scour for them on platforms including eBay, where a set of four tote bags listed on Monday for $499.99. Megan Cerullo, CBS News, 11 Mar. 2024 There is an activation going on for the new whiskey through February 29 that includes a tasting bar and a free tote bag with every purchase. Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 16 Feb. 2024 Margaux 10 bag Ferragamo Firenze flap tote bag Brochu Walker Everyday tote Prada large leather tote bag Prada buckle leather handbag Balenciaga Rodeo leather tote Precious Cargo Going somewhere? Madeline Fass, Vogue, 15 Mar. 2024

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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 19 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

tote bag

noun
: a large handbag

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