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

But supporters face strong opposition from billionaires with deep pockets. —Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026

Jeremy Strong is very good at playing devious men with very deep pockets. —José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 17 June 2026

Most of that has come from their own deep pockets and fueled a barrage of attack ads across Georgia. —Shannon McCaffrey, AJC.com, 10 June 2026

The top features a button keyhole opening for extra breathability, while the shorts have deep pockets and an elastic waistband with a drawstring for a custom fit and easy on-and-off at the pool. —Destinee Scott, Travel + Leisure, 10 June 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