deep pocket

noun

1
: a person or an organization having substantial financial resources
2
deep pockets plural : substantial financial resources
a corporation with deep pockets
deep-pocketed
ˈdēp-ˈpä-kə-təd
adjective

Examples of deep pocket in a Sentence

argued that the deep pockets will benefit most from the tax cuts
Recent Examples on the Web
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Given his name recognition and deep pockets, anticipation was high when Kraft, a son of the billionaire New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft and longtime philanthropist, launched his mayoral campaign in February. Gayla Cawley, Boston Herald, 11 Sep. 2025 Still, a developer would require deep pockets, a strong legal team, and a bold vision — too many better opportunities. Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 11 Sep. 2025 Such chatbots have unusually deep pockets for startups. Peter Cohan, Forbes.com, 3 Sep. 2025 The university, the fans, and most important, boosters with deep pockets. Matt Hayes, The Tennessean, 30 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for deep pocket

Word History

First Known Use

1805, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of deep pocket was in 1805

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Deep pocket.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/deep%20pocket. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.

Legal Definition

deep pocket

noun
deep pock·​et
1
: a person or organization having substantial financial resources especially for the purpose of paying damages
2
plural : substantial financial resources
Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!