Verb (1)toted his dog from the muddy backyard to the bathtub for a thorough washing
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Yeti’s soft coolers are stylish and small enough to tote easily, thanks to a shoulder strap.—Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025 Prep a picnic in the futuristic stainless steel kitchen to tote to one of the neighborhood parks, then spend the day exploring all the nearby galleries, boutiques, and restaurants.—Shannon Sharpe, Architectural Digest, 14 May 2025
Noun
Get one year of unlimited access for $3.33 $1.50 per month + a tote.—Michelle Duncan, Architectural Digest, 28 May 2025 Style it with a woven tote, oversized sunnies, and strappy sandals for an easy transition from beach to bar on your next island escape.—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 26 May 2025 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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