money belt
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of money belt
An Americanism dating back to 1840–50
Example Sentences
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She testified that she later found an inch-thick pile of $100 bills inside a money belt stashed in the pocket of one of Huizar’s suit jackets.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 10, 2022
“Then these must be yours,” he said, and in his hand was my money belt containing my passport, a credit card and hundreds of dollars in traveler’s checks.
From Washington Post • Sep. 4, 2020
I’m well aware that it happens: I’ve been preaching about the importance of wearing a money belt for decades.
From Seattle Times • Oct. 3, 2017
In hot climates it can be difficult or uncomfortable to hide a money belt under, say, a light T-shirt and shorts.
From Slate • Aug. 7, 2015
Heinck opened his money belt and took out five hundred dollars.
From Nazi Saboteurs by Samantha Seiple
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