Meaning of the word pocketbook in English
What does pocketbook mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
pocketbook
US /ˈpɑː.kɪt.bʊk/
UK /ˈpɒk.ɪt.bʊk/
Noun
1.
a woman's handbag or purse
Example:
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She reached into her pocketbook to find her keys.
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I left my pocketbook on the restaurant table.
2.
a person's financial resources or budget
Example:
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The new tax will hit the average citizen's pocketbook hard.
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Voters are often most concerned with pocketbook issues.
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