Meaning & Definition of word "Wallet"

Wallet

/ˈwɒl.ɪt/

1. A small, flat case or pouch for keeping money, credit cards, identification documents, and other personal items.
- Example: He pulled out his wallet to pay for the groceries.
2. A folding pocketbook or handbag, typically made of leather, that carries cash and cards.
- Example: She keeps her business cards in the card slots of her wallet.
3. A digital or electronic device or application used to store and manage digital currencies or payment information.
- Example: He transferred his cryptocurrency to his online wallet.

Middle English, from Old Northern French 'walet', diminutive of 'wale', meaning bag.

dry wallet:

A wallet lacking sufficient money.

light wallet:

Having little money to spend.

pick someone's wallet:

To steal someone's wallet.

cardholder:

A case or holder for holding credit cards.

purse:

A small bag used primarily by women for carrying personal items.

billfold:

A small folding wallet.

Meaning: cheddar catcher

Example Sentence: He called his wallet his cheddar catcher because it holds all his cash.

Meaning: money clip

Example Sentence: He prefers a money clip over a traditional wallet.