Pronunciation

/wɒlɪt/

Definitions

Noun

1. A wallet (n): A small, usually leather or fabric container used to carry money, credit cards, identification, and other small personal items.

   • Definition: An item that holds financial documents and personal belongings, typically carried in one’s pocket or purse.
   • Example: “I put my wallet in my back pocket before leaving the house.”

2. [Slang] A person’s finances (n): Refers to their money and assets.

   • Definition: The sum of money and assets a person possesses, often metaphorically used.
   • Example: “After losing his job, he had to downsize his wallet.”

Verb

• Not a common verb in its standard form, but can be used in a figurative sense to describe managing or organizing one’s finances.
  • Example: “She’s really good at keeping her financial wallet in order.”

Phrases

• “Carry a wallet” or “hold a wallet”
• “Keep your wallet secure”
• “Empty your wallet” (to spend all one’s money)

Example Sentences

• Noun: “He took out his wallet to pay for the coffee.”
• Slang: “After a few months on a tight budget, she had to cut back on her spending to lighten her financial wallet.”
• Verb: “She’s known for being frugal, always keeping a close eye on her wallet.”

Synonyms

• Purse (for women)
• Billfold
• Portfolio (for carrying important documents)
• Wallet case
• Cashbox
• Finances (in a general sense)