pocket — a small bag or pouch sewn into or onto clothing for carrying small items
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a small bag or pouch sewn into or onto clothing for carrying small items
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpɑːkɪt/
Example Sentences
- My cat thinks my hoodie pocket is her personal bedroom.
- I found three pens, two receipts, and a dinosaur toy in my pocket.
- He always keeps his wallet in his back pocket.
[/ˈpɑːkɪt/]
a small bag or pouch sewn into or onto clothing for carrying small items
Finding phone in jacket pocket
A locket in her pocket watches the rocket!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Middle French 'poque', meaning a small bag or pouch, which itself originated from Germanic roots related to the concept of a pocket or pouch. The term entered English during the medieval period and evolved to denote a small receptacle sewn into or attached to clothing.
Breakdown
Old French 'poque' (pouch) + diminutive suffix '-et' (small), combining to form a small pouch or bag.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat thinks my hoodie pocket is her personal bedroom.”
“I found three pens, two receipts, and a dinosaur toy in my pocket.”
“He always keeps his wallet in his back pocket.”
“She pocketed the candy when no one was looking.”
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