pocket book

• Petit livre au format de poche, généralement broché, conçu pour être transporté dans une poche, ou porte-monnaie/sac à main pour l'argent et les effets personnels.

A small paperback book that is designed to fit in a pocket, or a wallet or purse used for carrying money and personal items.

1. Small book or notebookB1formal

   A small book that can be carried in a pocket, often used for notes or reference.

   petit carnet

   • He always carries a pocket book to jot down ideas.
   • The traveler consulted his pocket book for directions.
   • She wrote the recipe in her pocket book.

2. Wallet or purseA2informalamerican

   A small folding case for carrying money, cards, and personal items.

   portefeuille

   • She took her pocket book out of her bag to pay.
   • He keeps his driver's license in his pocket book.
   • I left my pocket book on the bus.

3. Financial resourcesB2informalamerican

   One's financial means or budget.

   moyens financiers

   • The new car is too expensive for my pocket book.
   • She has to consider her pocket book before making a purchase.
   • The price increase will hit the average pocket book hard.