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pocket edition

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noun

  1. pocketbook.

  2. Informal. a small or smaller form of something; miniature version.

Etymology

Origin of pocket edition

First recorded in 1705–15

Example Sentences

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Days after Mr. Khan brandished his pocket edition of the U.S.

From Time • Aug. 2, 2016

Then, to cheers, he pulled out a pocket edition of it.

From New York Times • Jul. 29, 2016

It became available in a pocket edition and was much sought after by artists.

From Washington Post

He also carried a pocket edition of the Constitution at all times.

From Slate

She locked the door behind her, opened the unpacked valise, took out a pocket edition law library and sat down at the table with it.

From Novice by Schmitz, James H.

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