messenger bag
noun
: a rectangular bag that is large enough to carry papers, books, etc., and that usually has a wide shoulder strap and a flap that typically covers the opening and much or all of the front of the bag
Instead, the Oaklander bought a messenger bag … . After being popularized and perfected during the golden era of bike messengers, the one-strap, one-flap, over-the-shoulder bag has become ubiquitous.—
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Sling bags: Similar to messenger bags in design, these are ideal for small to midsized cameras, a couple of lenses and other basic gear.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 26 May 2025
There’s a style for guys, too – this Coach leather messenger bag upgrades his on-the-go storage but keeps his hands free.
—Jené Luciani Sena
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 23 May 2025
The roomy shoulder bag can be converted into a crossbody bag by adjusting the chain strap, embracing a similar messenger bag style design recently worn by Kate Hudson.
—Melony Forcier, People.com, 13 Mar. 2025
Currently available at a 27 percent discount, this slim messenger bag is complete with several pockets and designed to ward off pickpockets with a five-point anti-theft system.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 2025
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 26 May 2025
There’s a style for guys, too – this Coach leather messenger bag upgrades his on-the-go storage but keeps his hands free.
—Jené Luciani Sena
May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 23 May 2025
The roomy shoulder bag can be converted into a crossbody bag by adjusting the chain strap, embracing a similar messenger bag style design recently worn by Kate Hudson.
—Melony Forcier, People.com, 13 Mar. 2025
Currently available at a 27 percent discount, this slim messenger bag is complete with several pockets and designed to ward off pickpockets with a five-point anti-theft system.
—Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for messenger bag
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“Messenger bag.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/messenger%20bag. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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