noun
a source of substantial wealth (usually plural)
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a patron of the arts should have deep pockets
• Usage Domain: ↑plural, ↑plural form
• Hypernyms: ↑assets
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deep pocket,
Informal.
1. a person or company with strong financial resources: »
A “deep pocket” is an entity that is perceived to have large assets and insurance (Christian Science Monitor).
2. Usually, deep pockets. a large amount of capital; strong financial resources: »
By bringing in a partner with deep pockets,…the company was in a position to offer a more attractive deal (New York Times).
Useful english dictionary. 2012.