English noun: pocketbook |
1. | pocketbook (possession) your personal financial means |
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| Samples | That car is too expensive for my pocketbook.
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| Broader (hypernym) | means, substance |
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2. | pocketbook (artifact) a pocket-size case for holding papers and paper money |
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| Synonyms | billfold, notecase, wallet |
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| Broader (hypernym) | case |
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3. | pocketbook (artifact) pocket-sized paperback book |
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| Synonyms | pocket book, pocket edition |
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| Broader (hypernym) | paper-back book, paperback, paperback book, soft-cover, soft-cover book, softback, softback book |
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4. | pocketbook (artifact) a container used for carrying money and small personal items or accessories (especially by women) |
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| Samples | She reached into her bag and found a comb.
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| Synonyms | bag, handbag, purse |
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| Broader (hypernym) | container |
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| Narrower (hyponym) | clutch, clutch bag, etui, evening bag, reticule, shoulder bag |
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| Part holonym | clasp |
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