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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With eight colorways on sale, picking the perfect shoulder bag to suit your style is easy. Gabriela Izquierdo, Southern Living, 27 Dec. 2025 The sale features practical picks like a personal safety alarm, a Travelon anti-theft shoulder bag designed to deter pickpockets, and other low-profile accessories that offer peace of mind on the go. Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 26 Dec. 2025 Don’t miss out on other Tory Burch deals like this slim leather card case in blush pink and a cylindrical nylon shoulder bag in sage green. Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 24 Dec. 2025 Sling a shoulder bag over the number and take it to new heights with glossy pumps. Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 22 Dec. 2025 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 1 Jan. 2026.

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