tote bag

noun

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

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Cotton tote bags, gauze scarves doubling as pareos and jersey T-shirts bearing the same colorful elements are also part of the range, which is available at Etro’s online store at prices between 320 euros for T-shirts and 1,450 euros for the Saturno style. Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 5 June 2025 The first 300 customers in line can score a custom tote bag and Secret Saver coupon featuring offers up to $100 off. Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 30 May 2025 Teens will also receive a free book, while adults will get a tote bag. Elizabeth Marie Himchak, San Diego Union-Tribune, 29 May 2025 Opelka even brought a pink tote bag on to the court to coordinate with his Fila kit. Merlisa Lawrence Corbett, Forbes.com, 28 May 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 9 Jun. 2025.

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tote bag

noun
: a large handbag

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