Pronunciation: /pɑːkɪt/
noun a small bag or pouch in a garment for carrying small articles
A1 I keep my keys in my pocket.
A2 She found a coin in her jacket pocket.
B1 He reached into his pocket to pull out his phone.
B2 The thief stole the wallet from the man's back pocket.
C1 The dress had hidden pockets that were perfect for storing small items.
C2 The billionaire always carried a wad of cash in his designer pockets.
verb to put into one's pocket
A1 I pocket my phone before leaving the house.
A2 She pocketed the money and ran away.
B1 The thief was caught trying to pocket the jewelry.
B2 He was accused of pocketing company funds for personal use.
C1 The politician was found to have pocketed bribes from lobbyists.
C2 The businessman was known for pocketing profits at the expense of his employees.
adjective of or relating to a pocket
A1 She found a pocket watch in the antique store.
A2 He kept his spare change in the pocket compartment of his bag.
B1 The jacket has multiple pockets for storing small items.
B2 The backpack had hidden pockets for storing valuables.
C1 The designer handbag had intricate pocket details.
C2 The scientist discovered a new species of pocket-sized mammals in the rainforest.
adverb in or into one's pocket
A1 She put her phone in her pocket and walked to the store.
A2 He quickly checked his pocket for loose change before entering the bus.
B1 The hiker always keeps a map in his pocket in case he gets lost on the trail.
B2 The detective found a mysterious note tucked away in the suspect's pocket.
C1 The politician was caught on camera slipping money into his pocket during the meeting.
C2 The magician performed a trick where he made a rabbit disappear and reappear in his pocket.
formal She reached into her pocket to retrieve her phone.
informal I always keep my keys in my pocket.
slang I found a cool pen in my pocket.
figurative He always has a trick up his pocket.
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