handbag — a small bag carried by women, typically containing personal items
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a small bag carried by women, typically containing personal items
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhændbæɡ/
Example Sentences
- Her handbag is so heavy, it could be used as a weapon!
- I bought a new handbag that matches my shoes perfectly.
- She can find everything except what she's looking for in her handbag.
handbag
NOUN[/ˈhændbæɡ/]
a small bag carried by women, typically containing personal items
a stylishly dressed woman reaches into her leather handbag while standing near a cafe entrance. She pulls out her wallet to pay for her coffee order. The handbag sits perfectly on her shoulder, containing various personal items visible at the opening. A friend nearby admires the bag's design while they wait together. The barista behind the counter smiles as the transaction takes place. a small bag carried by a woman, typically containing personal items
Searching her handbag by the airbag, protected by every sandbag!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
This compound word emerged in the 19th century from the combination of 'hand' and 'bag', literally denoting a bag carried in the hand. The term reflects the practical design of portable accessories used during the Victorian era.
Breakdown
hand (the body part) + bag (a container), forming a compound that describes a portable receptacle intended to be carried by hand rather than worn on the body.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“Her handbag is so heavy, it could be used as a weapon!”
“I bought a new handbag that matches my shoes perfectly.”
“She can find everything except what she's looking for in her handbag.”
“The designer handbag costs more than my monthly salary.”
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