Definition of out–of–pocket
: requiring an outlay of cash out–of–pocket expenses
From the M-W Editors
1885
First Known Use of out–of–pocket
1885
OUT–OF–POCKET Defined for English Language Learners
out-of-pocket
play
adjective
Definition of out–of–pocket for English Language Learners
-
: paid for with your own money rather than with money from another source (such as the company you work for or an insurance company)
Law Dictionary
out–of–pocket
adjective
out–of–pock·et
Legal Definition of out–of–pocket
: requiring an outlay of cash out–of–pocket expenses
Learn More about out–of–pocket
Seen and Heard
What made you want to look up out–of–pocket? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Writing? Check your grammar now!