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Definition of «wad»

The term "wad" can have multiple meanings depending on its context.

In a general sense, it refers to a small mass or lump of something, often used in phrases such as "a wad of cash," which means a large sum of money held together in the form of bills.

However, if we are talking about guns and ammunition, "wad" can refer to the paper or plastic material that holds several pellets or BBs together inside a shotgun shell.

In addition, "wad" could also be used as a verb meaning to stuff something into a small space, such as putting wads of gum into your mouth.

Usage examples

  1. I reached into my pocket and pulled out a wad of cash to pay for the dinner.
  2. The excited child crumpled up a piece of paper to make a small wad, pretending it was a basketball.
  3. The detective found a wad of chewing gum under the table, which helped him identify the suspect.
  4. I stuffed a wad of tissue into my nose to stop the bleeding after the accident.
  5. The hiker used a wad of leaves as improvised insulation to keep warm at night.
  6. She opened her handbag and pulled out a wad of receipts, keeping them organized for tax purposes.
  7. The pickpocket skillfully swiped a wad of documents from the businessman's briefcase without being noticed.
  8. The comedian's witty remark made the audience burst into laughter, causing them to clutch their sides and hold their wads of tissue.

Phrases with «wad»

Sentences with «wad»

  • There are cute studies about how college kids in contrived experiments will spend $ 8 in gift cards vs $ 5 with cash, but this hardly translates to an adult spending $ 5000 / mo and running through a card instead of carrying wads of cash. (money.stackexchange.com)
  • He walks around with wads of cash If your honey is handing out hundreds like a Goodfella, that could be a sign of trouble. (creditcards.com)
  • So, like the nosebleeds - yeah, I had these vicious splashy nosebleeds which I was kind of famous for with big wads of paper sticking out of my nose. (bookbrowse.com)
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