breast-pocket
Definition
- Noun:
- A breast-pocket is a small pocket located on the front of a shirt, jacket, or coat, typically positioned over the chest area. It is designed to hold small items such as pens, handkerchiefs, or glasses.
Usage Examples
- (A pocket on the chest area of the jacket.)
- (A pocket on the front of the suit, over the chest.)
- (A small pocket on the front of the shirt, near the chest.)
Advanced Usage
"breast-pocket wallet": a wallet specifically designed to fit in a breast-pocket.
- He pulled out his breast-pocket wallet to pay for the coffee. (A wallet made to be carried in the chest pocket.)
"breast-pocket square": a decorative cloth (handkerchief) placed in the breast-pocket of a suit jacket as a fashion accessory.
- The groom wore a white breast-pocket square with his tuxedo. (A folded cloth in the chest pocket for style.)
Variants and Related Words
- Breast (n): the front part of the body between the neck and the abdomen.
- Pocket (n): a small bag or pouch sewn into clothing for carrying items.
Synonyms
- Chest pocket: a pocket on the chest area of a garment (synonymous with breast-pocket).
- Front pocket: a general term for a pocket on the front of a garment, but not specific to the chest.
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