money belt
Americannoun
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Noun Inflected Forms
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
Just make sure to keep it inside somewhere safe, like a money belt or a plastic pouch.
From New York Times ● Dec. 1, 2021
My experience just goes to show that, sooner or later, if you’re not on guard, wearing a money belt — or at least keeping everything properly zipped and buttoned — you’ll likely be a victim.
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
“And the money belt, Lizzie,” said file nurse, and untied it herself with strong fingers.
From "The Golden Compass" by Philip Pullman
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