Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pocket-change

noun
ˈpɒkɪt tʃeɪndʒ
Definition
Small coins or a small amount of money that a person carries in their pockets, typically used for minor purchases or tips.
Examples
  • He found some pocket change in his sofa cushions.
  • She used her pocket change to buy a soda from the vending machine.
  • Even pocket change can add up over time if you save it.
Meaning
Pocket change refers to the loose coins or small denomination currency that one has on hand, often accumulated over time and not considered a significant amount.
Synonyms
  • loose change
  • spare change
  • coinage