vest-pocket

[ vest-pok-it ]

adjective

1. designed to be carried in the pocket of the vest, in a purse, or in a similarly small space; miniature:

   a vest-pocket dictionary.

2. very small:

   a vest-pocket version of Versailles.

vest-pocket

noun

1. modifier small enough to fit into a waistcoat pocket

Word History and Origins

Origin of vest-pocket¹

First recorded in 1910–15

Example Sentences

Dan nodded, folded it and tucked it away in his vest pocket.

From The Daily Beast

He took one up, eased a stray safety match from his vest pocket, flicked it with his fingernail, and lit up.

From Project Gutenberg

The little memorandum illustrated herewith is very handy to carry in the coat or vest pocket for taking notes, etc.

From Project Gutenberg

Bristow stooped down, picked up something from the floor near the sofa and dropped it into his vest pocket.

From Project Gutenberg

Now it seems Bell and Company are going direct to the public by means of vest-pocket samples and letters.

From Project Gutenberg

He's sure he stuck it in his vest pocket when he blew in, but it ain't there.

From Project Gutenberg