1. a small bag or pouch sewn into or onto clothing for carrying small items
2. a small area or group that is different from what surrounds it
3. one’s financial resources; available money
Usage: informal

1. to put something into one’s pocket
2. to take and keep something, especially money, for oneself

1. small enough to fit in a pocket; compact

Examples

• She kept her keys in her jacket pocket.
• There was a pocket of warm air near the window.
• The expensive repairs really hurt his pocket.
• He pocketed the change from his purchase.
• She bought a pocket dictionary for travel.
• The politician was accused of pocketing campaign funds.
• Pockets of resistance remained after the invasion.