Verb (1)toted his dog from the muddy backyard to the bathtub for a thorough washing
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This slouchy bag is ideal for anyone who totes around a lot of belongings, but still wants to carry something elegant.—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026 Sign-toting protesters lined Colorado Boulevard, drawing a constant stream of honking from the cars driving by.—Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 28 Mar. 2026
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Originally introduced by Karl Lagerfeld in the mid-2000s, the Chanel Executive tote has been thrust back into the spotlight following its reappearance in Matthieu Blazy's Chanel Métiers d'Art show.—Amanda Le, InStyle, 1 Apr. 2026 Guests left with their finds—and of, course, the Vogue x eBay canvas tote (arguably worth the trip alone).—Minty Mellon, Vogue, 1 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for tote
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Etymology
Verb (1)
probably from an English-based creole; akin to Gullah & Krio tot to carry, of Bantu origin; akin to Kikongo -tota to pick up, Kimbundu -tuta to carry