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    Poche (en. Poached)

    /pɔʃ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A small bag or container attached to a piece of clothing.
    I put my keys in the pocket of my coat.
    J'ai mis mes clés dans la poche de mon manteau.
    An integrated storage space in a garment.
    This jacket has a secret pocket.
    Cette veste a une poche secrète.
    The collection of provisions or material goods.
    He stocked up on food so he wouldn't have empty pockets.
    Il a fait le plein de nourriture pour ne pas avoir les poches vides.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'pocca', meaning 'sack' or 'pocket'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have deep pockets
    To be wealthy or have a lot of money.
    avoir les poches pleines
    empty pockets
    To be out of money.
    les poches vides
    pastry bag
    A kitchen tool used to decorate or fill foods.
    poche à douille

    Related Words

    pouch
    A small bag or pocket.
    pochette
    sleeve
    A small object or item.
    pochet

    Slang Meanings

    To have little money.
    Right now, I'm a bit broke.
    En ce moment, je suis un peu poche.
    To be in financial trouble.
    After last month, my finances are tight.
    Après le mois dernier, mes finances sont poche.