noun
handbag
A bag carried by hand or over the shoulder for personal belongings.
She keeps her keys and wallet in a small handbag.
Etymology
The compound names the bag by how it is carried. The category broadened to bags supported by a shoulder strap while retaining the original name.
More examples
- I sling my handbag over my shoulder before leaving.
- This handbag has a zippered pocket for my phone.
- The store sells leather handbags in several colors.
Forms
handbag · handbags