purse synonyms

purse

n.

pouch, pocketbook, handbag, bag, clutch bag, clutch, receptacle, portemonnaie (French), moneybag, wallet, pocket, coin purse, billfold, reticule, money belt, sack, vanity case, vanity bag, halfpenny-purse, belt-purse, sporran, bursa, saccule, poche, pochette (both French).

hold the purse strings*

be in control of money, finance, manage a household, manage a business; see manage 1.

tighten the purse strings*

scrimp, be sparing, hoard; see save 3.

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