Meaning of wallet in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈwɑlət/

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  1. Noun

    wallet

    Etymology

    late Middle English (denoting a bag for provisions): probably via Anglo-Norman French from a Germanic word related to well. The current sense (originally US) dates from the mid 19th century

    Definitions

    1. a pocket-size case for holding papers and paper money

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