pocket-sized — Small enough to fit comfortably in a pocket; very compact and portable.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Small enough to fit comfortably in a pocket; very compact and portable.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpɑːkɪt saɪzd/
Korean meaning: 주머니에 들어갈 만큼 작은
Korean pronunciation: 포켓-사이즈드 (강세: 포, 사)
Example Sentences
- My grandfather still carries a pocket-sized calendar from 1995 - apparently it's 'vintage' now!
- She claimed her 'pocket-sized' phone was practical, but it barely fit in her oversized handbag.
- The pocket-sized flashlight saved us during the power outage.
pocket-sized
ADJECTIVE//ˈpɑːkɪt saɪzd//
Small enough to fit comfortably in a pocket; very compact and portable.
Small enough to fit comfortably in a pocket; very compact and portable.
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His pocket-sized magic left everyone surprised - perfectly organized!
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Origin
From Old French 'poque' meaning small bag or pouch, combined with 'size' from Latin 'assisa' meaning something settled or fixed. The compound word describes something small enough to fit in a pocket.
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“My grandfather still carries a pocket-sized calendar from 1995 - apparently it's 'vintage' now!”
“She claimed her 'pocket-sized' phone was practical, but it barely fit in her oversized handbag.”
“The pocket-sized flashlight saved us during the power outage.”
“He collects pocket-sized books from different countries as souvenirs.”
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