The origin of the idiom "out of pocket" can be traced back to the world of finance and accounting. In this context, "pocket" refers to one's personal funds or resources. This phrase is used to describe a situation where someone has incurred an expense or loss and had to use their own money to cover the cost.

What is the origin of the idiom "out of pocket" and when to use it?

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{num} out of pocket

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The idiom "out of pocket" has its origins in the early 18th century. The term "pocket" here refers to a place where money is kept or carried. This phrase is used to describe a financial situation where someone is short of money or has incurred expenses that are not reimbursed or covered by someone else.

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{num} out of {one's} own pocket

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The phrase "out of pocket" means behaving in a way that is inappropriate, extreme, or out of line, often in speech or actions. The structure comes from "out of control or unavailable," but in slang it shifted to describe someone acting recklessly or saying something unacceptable. It is commonly used when someone crosses social boundaries, insults others unexpectedly, or behaves unpredictably in conversation.

What does "out of pocket" mean in slang?

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Definition und Bedeutung von „ number out of pocket“ im Englischen

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