pochette

[ poh-shet ]

noun

1. kit ².

pochette

/ pəˈʃɛt /

noun

1. an envelope-shaped handbag used by women and men

Word History and Origins

Origin of pochette¹

1910–15; < French, diminutive of poche pocket

Word History and Origins

Origin of pochette¹

C20: from French: little pocket

Example Sentences

Two handkerchiefs of different colors are placed in the pochette on the left side.

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A sordino, or pochette, by "Baptista Bressano," supposed to date from the end of the fifteenth century.

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A pochette of the sixteenth century, of engraved ivory and ebony, inlaid with precious stones.

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The French name is pochette, the instrument being small enough to go into the pocket.

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A kit, or pochette, in the shape of the violin; Italian, about 1600.

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