shoulder bag

noun

Synonyms of shoulder bagnext
: a handbag looped over the shoulder by a strap

Examples of shoulder bag in a Sentence

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Staud, which helped catapult the beaded bag trend to cult status with its colorful, tongue-in-cheek shoulder bags — think tropical motifs, sardines, and even hot dogs — is extending its signature whimsy into swimwear. Lauren Fisher, Footwear News, 19 May 2026 Inicat Small Crossbody Sling Bag My mom has never been a shoulder bag person, especially while traveling. Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 15 May 2026 The little boy could be seen running after his dad while holding what appeared to be a brown over-the-shoulder bag. Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 14 May 2026 Style it with Jil Sander’s cherry-red heeled sandals for a striking pop of color and The Row’s timeless black leather shoulder bag. Laura Jackson, Vogue, 11 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for shoulder bag

Word History

First Known Use

1912, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of shoulder bag was in 1912

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“Shoulder bag.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shoulder%20bag. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

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