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

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

I wake up and pack a tote bag with leather gardening gloves, a water bottle, a towel, and headphones.

From Slate

And there’s its mini tote bag, the latest Trader Joe’s product to go viral across social media.

From Salon

On Instagram, a few Trader Joe’s fans hosted tote bag giveaways for those looking to get their hands on the season’s hottest accessory.

From Salon

Related Words

• shopping bag