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noun
A sum of money, often relatively small in amount, kept in reserve to use for impulsive, frivolous purposes.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: idiomatic, uncountable
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noun
A sum of money kept in reserve or to insulate oneself financially in the event of the sudden breakdown of a relationship in which one is economically dependent.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: idiomatic, uncountable
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Synonyms: none provided
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History
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