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crossbody

American

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

Or cross–body

adjective

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

a crossbody purse.

Etymology

Origin of crossbody

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

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crossbody

A Louboutin crossbody bag, Isabel Marant goods and Chanel handbags are flagged for manual authentication.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jan. 21, 2026

This month they unveiled a collection of limited-edition crossbody bags called “Best Bud Bags.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 17, 2023

In the second quarter ended July 30, Lululemon's North America sales rose 11% as its affluent customer base picked up more of its workout gear and crossbody bags.

From Reuters ● Aug. 31, 2023

"Daddy day care," Brooklyn captioned the photos, which were posted to show off his puppy in a crossbody sling.

From Salon ● Apr. 9, 2023

She finishes the looks with platform hippie clogs and essential boots in shiny leather that ground the looks, along with a molded crossbody bag.

From Seattle Times ● Feb. 27, 2022

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