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Originally Posted by Bilbo1967
I don't have a purse, because I'm male, but I would just add one thing to this thread on the topic of the differences between US and UK terminology.
What you are talking about would be called a 'handbag' in the UK. A purse is the small wallet type thing for ladies that holds cards and money and stuff (what would you call that by the way?). I know it's slightly off-topic, just thought you may be interested.
Let's not even think about the 'fanny pack' as mentioned by Rebarnmom  |
technically I think you mean a billfold? one where the bills are stored at full length and the device does not fold to go into a pocket? and also, I don't know if it is generational, or regional, but sometimes purses/handbags are called pocketbooks. my Grandmother carried a pocketbook, my mother a purse...