billfold

[bil-fohld]

noun

1. a thin, flat, folding fold case, often of leather, for carrying paper money in the pocket and with fewer compartments than a wallet.

2. wallet.

billfold

/ ˈbɪlˌfəʊld /

noun

1. Also called (in Britain and other countries): wallet. a small folding case, usually of leather, for holding paper money, documents, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of billfold¹

An Americanism dating back to 1890–95; bill ¹ + fold ¹

Example Sentences

I instinctively reached for my billfold — showing him exactly where I had my cards and money.

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After Connor Halsa and a cousin hooked and reeled in what they thought was a fish, they instead found a billfold full of greenbacks.

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He held my billfold out to me, a smirk teasing his lips.

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Out into mid-air, Quite unaware Of his exiting billfold and keys.

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He pulled a single out of his billfold.

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Related Words

• bag 
• handbag 
• pocket 
• pocketbook 
• pouch 
• wallet