wallet

wal·let

noun \ˈwä-lət\

: a small folding case that holds paper money, credit cards, etc.

Full Definition of WALLET

1

:  a bag for carrying miscellaneous articles while traveling

2

a :  a folding pocketbook with compartments for personal papers and usually unfolded paper money; also :  billfold

b :  a container that resembles a money wallet: as (1) :  a usually flexible folding case fitted for carrying specific items (as tools or fishing flies) (2) :  folder 3

3

:  resources, funds <a shopping mall that seems to swallow your wallet — Karen Wright>

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Examples of WALLET

1. She paid the bill and tucked her wallet back into her pocket.
2. He pulled a few bills out of his wallet.

Origin of WALLET

Middle English walet

First Known Use: 14th century

Related to WALLET

Synonyms

carryall, carry-on, grip, handbag, holdall [chiefly British], portmanteau, suitcase, traveling bag

Related Words

overnight bag (also overnight case), weekend bag (also weekend case), weekender; cosmetic case, traveling case; carpetbag, duffel bag, kit, kit bag; backpack, haversack, knapsack, packsack, rucksack; attaché, attaché case, briefcase, valise; baggage, bags, luggage

Rhymes with WALLET

collet, Smollett