crossbody

or cross–bo·dy

[ kraws bod-ee, kros‐ ]

adjective

1. of or noting a type of bag having a long shoulder strap intended to be worn diagonally across the body:

   a crossbody purse.

Word History and Origins

Origin of crossbody¹

(a)cross ( def ) + body ( def )

Example Sentences

Women don the mantle of emotional labor like the latest crossbody bag, determined to make our relationships work.

From Salon

The designer brand boasts a strawberry milk printed crossbody, a coffee break tote, a silk tomato ketchup bandana, a snack pendant and gold-toned ketchup packet, fries and hot dog drop earrings.

From Salon

The new bag, which comes in small and medium sizes with adjustable shoulder and crossbody straps, is available in black, yellow, green, light purple, metallic steel gray, metallic silver, white, blue and beige.

From Los Angeles Times

All come with a crossbody pouch.

From Los Angeles Times

The two recently collaborated on “Best Bud Bags,” weed-friendly crossbody bags they unveiled this month.

From Los Angeles Times