Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

billfold

noun
ˈbɪlˌfoʊld
Definition
A small, flat case used for carrying paper money and credit cards.
Examples
  • When I opened my billfold, I realized I had left my credit card at home.
  • He keeps his business cards in the front slot of his billfold.
  • Her billfold was made of soft leather and had a zipper closure.
Meaning
The term ‘billfold’ is commonly used to refer to a wallet that is designed to hold cash, cards, and sometimes identification.
Synonyms
  • wallet
  • purse
  • cardholder