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moneybags

moneybags

4.2
A small bag used to carry coins or cash
  • noun
  • /ˈmʌniˌbæɡz/
translation icon : monedero
  • He pulled out his old moneybags from the drawer.

Examples

  • The children filled their moneybags with coins from the fair.

  • Old western movies often show robbers carrying moneybags after a bank heist.

  • The thief stuffed the stolen coins into a moneybags before escaping.

  • She kept her savings in a small moneybags hidden in her closet.

  • She kept her savings in a small moneybags hidden in her closet.

  • Old western movies often show robbers carrying moneybags after a bank heist.

  • The children filled their moneybags with coins from the fair.

Synonyms

bag
vsmoneybags
1.0

A flexible container for carrying personal things like books or clothes

is specifically about carrying or storing coins and cash rather than anything
wallet
vsmoneybags
648 1.0

A small flat case for carrying money and cards

is more about holding loose coins and cash in a small bag shape
purse
vsmoneybags
399 1.0

A small bag for carrying money, cards, and small personal items

is more narrowly for holding coins and cash than a general personal bag
handbag
vsmoneybags
89 1.0

A small bag women carry to hold keys, phone, and money

is mainly for storing money rather than carrying fashion items
pouch
vsmoneybags
72 2.1

A small soft bag for holding things like coins or herbs

is focused specifically on carrying or storing coins and cash
piggy bank
vsmoneybags
16 1.0

A small container often shaped like a pig for children to save coins

is a general money container for everyday carrying or storing of cash
pocketbook
vsmoneybags
  • US
15 3.1

A small bag used to carry money and small personal items

is centered on holding coins and cash rather than fashion or accessories
baggie
vsmoneybags
  • Informal
13 2.5

A small plastic bag used to hold food or small items

is a purpose-built small container specifically for coins and cash
moneybag
vsmoneybags
5 3.2

A small bag with a string for holding coins

is a general term for carrying or storing coins and cash
money belt
vsmoneybags
2 3.3

A belt worn under clothes to hide and keep money safe

is an ordinary container for coins and cash, not primarily concealed on the body
money box
vsmoneybags
  • UK
1 2.0

A small container with a slot on top for keeping coins or paper money

is intended for portable carrying or everyday storage of coins and cash
cashbox
vsmoneybags
1 3.2

A strong box for keeping money in shops or at events

is lighter and meant for personal carrying or simple storage of coins
belt bag
vsmoneybags
1 2.3

A small bag with a zipper worn around the waist to carry items

is a simple money container rather than a wearable item for many objects
coin bank
vsmoneybags
1 1.0

A small container with a slot for saving coins at home

is meant for carrying or storing coins and cash when moving around
burse
vsmoneybags
  • Archaic
9.9

An old word for a small flat case used to hold money or papers

is the neutral, modern term for a small money container
hidden pouch
vsmoneybags
5.5

A small secret pocket that holds money and papers inside clothes or bags

is an ordinary small container meant openly for carrying or storing money

How Big

chest
363 1.0
bag
1.0
satchel
28 2.5
moneybags
4.2
pouch
72 2.1
wallet
648 1.0

Surface Forms

moneybags singular
moneybags plural

Morphology

moneybags = money + bag (transparent) = money + bag + s

A literal compound 'money' + 'bag' with a regular plural '-s'; the meaning (a bag for carrying money) follows directly from its parts.

Etymology

Moneybags comes from the simple words money and bag, meaning 'a bag for money'. So it names a pouch used to carry coins or cash.