crossbody

American  

[kraws bod-ee, kros‐] / ˈkrɔs ˌbɒd i, ˈkrɒs‐ /

Or cross–body

adjective

1. of or noting a type of bag having a long shoulder strap intended to be worn diagonally across the body.

   a crossbody purse.

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Etymology

Origin of crossbody

(a)cross ( def. ) + body ( def. )

Example Sentences

Revelry Companion Crossbody Bag You might love the smell of cannabis, but there’s a right time and place for it.

From Salon

Revelry’s Companion Crossbody Bag is the best of all worlds—comfortable, smell-proof, and waterproof—letting you carry your flower, snacks and essentials without alerting everyone to your extracurricular activities.

From Salon

Throughout my teens and 20s, I collected so much vintage that it became part of my personality: old mall brands like Express, Forever 21 and Wet Seal; fake designer accessories like the wannabe Galliano-era Dior crossbody bag with plastic peeling off the shoulder strap; and, much later, real designer pieces.

From Los Angeles Times

For added flexibility, the bag also features a top handle for hand carry and a removable strap for crossbody wear.

From Los Angeles Times

Women don the mantle of emotional labor like the latest crossbody bag, determined to make our relationships work.

From Salon