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tote (1)
tote [ tōt ]


transitive verb  (past and past participle tot·ed, present participle tot·ing, 3rd person present singular totes)
Definition:
 
1. carry something: to carry or haul something, especially something heavy
2. have something on your person: to carry something, especially a gun, on your person


noun  (plural totes)
Definition:
 
1. heavy load: a heavy load that is hauled or carried
2. soft bag: a large soft bag with handles
[Late 17th century. Origin ?]

tot·er noun

Regional History

Tote in the sense "to carry something" is a general-currency term throughout the Southern states. Probably of West African origin, the form extends across the South Midland region as well, including similar Western forms in the Rocky Mountain states.
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