Verb (1)toted his dog from the muddy backyard to the bathtub for a thorough washing
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The famous Morton Salt company quietly relocated its headquarters to Overland Park last year, bringing its iconic umbrella-toting mascot to the Kansas City area.—Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 28 Apr. 2026 Next, a gentle tip-tap rippling through major East Coast cities, as the girls collectively add to cart whatever Holmes is toting or throwing over her shoulders.—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 26 Apr. 2026
Noun
Here's a market tote that will actually stand out in a sea of light-colored canvas.—Audrey Lee, Architectural Digest, 1 May 2026 For a go-anywhere bag that’s practical enough for long commutes and polished enough for work, this under-$200 tote is worth a look.—Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 May 2026 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