pocketed

Meanings

• Verb

  To take something secretly or surreptitiously, especially something belonging to another.

  - "He pocketed the keys without her knowing."
  - "The thief pocketed the stolen goods."

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Synonyms

pot , trouser

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with pocketed
hocketed , spocketed

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Variants

List of all variants of pocketed that leads to same result
pocket , pocketable , pocketed , pocketing , pockets , deep pocket , deep pockets , deep-pocketed

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Etymology

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From the Old French word 'pochette' meaning small pouch.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'pocketed' is often used in sports to describe a ball being caught in a player's pocket.

2. In the game of pool, a 'pocketed ball' is one that has been sunk into a pocket.

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Related Concepts

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1. Theft: The unlawful taking of another's property.

2. Secret: Something kept hidden from others.

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Culture

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In literature, 'pocketed' has been used to describe theft or secret possession. In art, the concept of 'pocketing' has been explored in various forms, such as pocket watches or the idea of 'pocketing' memories.

How to Memorize "pocketed"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the act of putting something in a pocket.
   - Imagine the feeling of something being hidden away.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'pocketed' with the idea of secrecy or stealth.
   - Think of the word 'secret' when you see 'pocketed'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Pocketed, Pocket Secrets' to remember the meaning of the word.
   - Create a mental image of a pocket filled with secrets.

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