Main Entry: wal·let

Pronunciation: \ˈwä-lət\

Function: noun

Etymology: Middle English walet

Date: 14th century

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>