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Pocket

/ˈpɒkət/
A small bag or pouch sewn into clothing or attached to a flat surface, used to carry small items.

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Examples:

"What have you got in your vest pockets?"

Nicholas smiled and pocketed the play.

He folded the check away in his pocket.

Etymology:

etymology
The word pocket originated in the late Middle English period, derived from Middle French poque meaning bag or sac, influenced by Old French poket, a diminutive form signifying a small bag.

Usage Statistics:

50 mentions per 1 million words Frequency
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