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Meaning of pocketing

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

pocketing

verb

Definitions

  1. To put (something) into a pocket.

  2. To cause a ball to go into one of the pockets of the table; to complete a shot.

  3. To take and keep (something, especially money that is not one's own).

    Example: Record executives pocketed most of the young singer's earnings.

  4. To shoplift; to steal.

    Example: The thief was caught on camera pocketing the diamond.

noun

Definitions

  1. Material used for making pockets for clothing.

  2. A structure resembling a pocket or pouch.