All Definitions for Pockets
Below are all the dictionary definitions of pockets:
1A bag stitched to an item of clothing, used for carrying small items.
2A person's financial resources.
3To put (something) into a pocket.
4To take and keep (something, especially money, that is not one's own).
5An indention and cavity with a net sack or similar structure (into which the balls are to be struck) at each corner and one centered on each side of a pool or snooker table.
6The area behind the line of scrimmage subject to certain rules regarding intentional grounding, illegal contact, etc., formally extending to the end zone but more usually understood as the central area around the quarterback directly protected by the offensive line.
7The area of the field to the side of the goal posts (four pockets in total on the field, one to each side of the goals at each end of the ground). The pocket is only a roughly defined area, extending from the behind post, at an angle, to perhaps about 30 meters out.
8A cavity in a rock containing a nugget of gold, or other mineral
9A small body of ore contained in such a cavity.
10An area of land surrounded by a loop of a river.
11A small, isolated group or area.
12Of a size suitable for putting into a pocket.
13Smaller or more compact than usual.
14An enclosed volume of one substance surrounded by another.
15A large bag or sack formerly used for packing various articles, such as ginger, hops, or cowries
16The pocket of wool held about 168 pounds.
17The pouch of an animal.
18The ideal point where the pins are hit by the bowling ball.
19A small space between a tooth and the adjoining gum, formed by an abnormal separation of the two.
20The position held by a second defensive middle, where an advanced middle must retreat after making a touch on the attacking middle.
21An area where military units are completely surrounded by enemy units.
22The unbroken part of a wave that offers the surfer the most power.
23A strip of canvas sewn upon a sail so that a batten or a light spar can placed in the interspace.
24A state achieved with steady, enjoyable drumming.
25To cause a ball to go into one of the pockets of the table
26To complete a shot.
27To put up with
28To bear without complaint.
29A hole or space covered by a movable piece of board, as in a floor, boxing, partitions, etc.
30A socket for receiving the base of a post, stake, etc.
31A bight on a lee shore.
32Belonging to the two initial hole cards.
33A surname.
About synonyms for pockets
Finding the right synonym for pockets helps writers avoid repetition and add precision to their work. Defined as "A bag stitched to an item of clothing, used for carrying small items.", pockets has 0 alternatives that can fit different contexts and tones.
When choosing a synonym, consider the connotation, formality level, and audience. Some alternatives work better in casual conversation while others shine in academic or professional writing. For example, using a more formal synonym in a business email can elevate your tone, while a casual synonym might feel more natural in creative writing or dialogue.
It is also worth noting that not all synonyms are perfectly interchangeable. The context of your sentence, the surrounding words, and the intended emotional impact all play a role in selecting the best alternative. The list above provides the most common and useful replacements for pockets, but always read your sentence aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally.