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

Synonyms of deep pocket

• have
• capitalist
• silk stocking

Examples of deep pocket in a Sentence

argued that the deep pockets will benefit most from the tax cuts

Recent Examples on the Web

Aspiring bidders will need more than just deep pockets—the estimate is set at $140,000-$175,000—they’ll also need deep real estate. —Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 9 Apr. 2026

The previous approach to such malaise was for Riley to go into Micky Arison’s deep pockets and lure a free agent. —Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 4 Apr. 2026

This oversized cardigan is the equivalent of a cozy hoodie in sweater form, and with its deep pockets and wrappable design, it’s practically made for travel. —Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 2 Apr. 2026

With ample reserves and deep pockets, analysts say some Russian shipments bound for China could be diverted to more desperate countries. —Anton L. Delgado, Los Angeles Times, 31 Mar. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1805, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Rhymes for deep pocket

• pickpocket
• skyrocket
• docket
• locket
• rocket
• socket
• sprocket

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