tote bag

noun

1. an open handbag or shopping bag used especially for carrying packages or small items.

tote bag

noun

1. a large roomy handbag or shopping bag

Word History and Origins

Origin of tote bag¹

An Americanism dating back to 1895–1900

Example Sentences

There were a couple of tote bags that I hadn’t seen before, a bunch of T-shirts, some sweatshirts.

From Los Angeles Times

“They call me by my character name a lot, especially if I’m carrying a couple of tote bags,” she says.

From Los Angeles Times

The print is also available on a T-shirt and tote bag, or as a poster.

From Los Angeles Times

You can put those bottles in special slots that line the inside of the tote bag.

From Los Angeles Times

A line of Llandudno goats merchandise, including t-shirts and tote bags, quickly followed and has since raised thousands for the town's hospice.

From BBC

Related Words

• shopping bag