Verb (1)toted his dog from the muddy backyard to the bathtub for a thorough washing
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Over the past few months, the 28-year-old model has undoubtably contributed to a rise in Coach sales, repeatedly toting around the Brooklyn shoulder bag in multiple colors before switching over to the Coachtopia Alter/Ego hobo bag.—Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 4 Nov. 2024 Walkers will relish toting their toys from room to room; parents will appreciate that the wagon can house all its contents and that the handle folds up for convenient storage.—Pamela Brill, Parents, 24 Oct. 2024
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And while their slouchy suede totes are a style no-brainer, this Symmetry Pochette top-handle bag is the undeniable standout.—Kiana Murden, Vogue, 1 Nov. 2024 An eclectic blend of products ranging from Alaïa’s fishnet flats to Coach’s suede Brooklyn tote and Puma’s red Speedcat OG sneakers topped the Lyst Index for the third quarter of 2024, evidencing consumer appetite for both luxury and accessibility.—Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 25 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for tote
Word History
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
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