hip pocket
The term "hip pocket" has both literal and figurative meanings, spanning fashion, finance, and informal agreements in the entertainment industry.
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Definition
A2Fashion
A compartment located near the side of a pair of pants or a skirt.
Example
- She slipped her phone into her hip pocket before leaving the house.
B2Finance
(informal)A person's financial resources or assets.
Example
- He always keeps some cash in his hip pocket for emergencies.
C1Entertainment
(informal, industry-specific)An informal arrangement where an agent represents a creative professional without a formal contract.
Example
- The screenwriter had a hip pocket deal with the agent, allowing for flexible opportunities.
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