Pouch (Verb)
Meaning 1
Send by special mail that goes through diplomatic channels.
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- The sensitive documents were pouched to the embassy for secure handling.
- She pouched the contract to the company using a special diplomatic service.
- The documents were pouched to the state department for verification.
- They decided to pouch the classified information to avoid interception.
- The company pouched the confidential files through a secure government channel.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
Put into a small bag.
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- She carefully pouched the valuable necklace to keep it safe.
- The travel company allowed passengers to pouch small electronic devices during the flight.
- The cashier pouched the coins into the register's change compartment.
- Be sure to pouch your spare tools for easy access on the campsite.
- The outdoorswoman pouched her first-aid kit for immediate use in emergencies.
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Meaning 3
Swell or protrude outwards; "His stomach bulged after the huge meal".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- Her cheeks puffed out after blowing up the balloon so many times.
- His arms would pouch after years of not exercising as much.
- The suitcase couldn't fit any more clothes, its walls puffed out.
- Exhausted from the long walk, her eyes began to pouch under their lids.
- After eating the massive lunch, her belly started to pouch over her belt.