shoulder bag

noun

1. a handbag with shoulder strap attached.

Word History and Origins

Origin of shoulder bag¹

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

She also had a white shoulder bag with a daisy design with her.

From BBC

They are meant as much for the coffee table as the shoulder bag — designed to be collectible, not disposable.

From New York Times

They "took a quick glance" in Mr Fisher's shoulder bag, but did not use any metal detectors and instead "lightly patted him down", Ms Chatwin added.

From BBC

A shoulder bag with a disposable diaper, baby bottle and infant shoes sits on one prow alongside tins of anchovies and tuna from Tunisia and many plastic sandals.

From Seattle Times

For a more workable approach, style watchers have declared a “pop of red” the fashion power move of the season: a swipe of cherry-red lipstick, a pair of scarlet socks or a crimson shoulder bag.

From New York Times