handbag
Americannoun
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a bag or box of leather, fabric, plastic, or the like, held in the hand or carried by means of a handle or strap, commonly used for holding money, personal grooming items, small purchases, etc.
noun
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Also called: bag. purse. pocketbook. a woman's small bag carried to contain personal articles
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a small suitcase that can be carried by hand
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a commercial style of House music
Etymology
Origin of handbag
Example Sentences
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It is paired with a matching yellow mini duffel handbag and a thin lycra and power mesh sports bra.
From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026
A handbag seller surnamed Zhuang told AFP that while her small stall had not been directly hit by Trump's tariffs, she "definitely" felt the ripple effects as price-conscious consumers pulled back on spending.
From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026
It had been developed by QVC handbag mogul Bruce Makowsky and had been stocked with roughly $30 million worth of cars and motorcycles and over 125 art installations.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026
The first she said was taking a dress you already have and adding accessories such as nice jewellery, a tiara or a handbag.
From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026
I set my handbag on a stack of crates.
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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