Definition

A small container or holder used to store visiting cards or business cards.

Example

He pulled out his cardcase to give his contact information.

Conversation

Hey, have you seen my new cardcase?

No, I haven't! What does it look like?

It's black leather and has a cool design on it.

Sounds nice! I need to get one for my business cards too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cardcase → It is formed from "card" (from Old French *carde*, meaning a piece of paper or a card) and "case" (from Latin *casa*, meaning a house or container). The word "cardcase" refers to a container or holder specifically designed for cards.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'card' as a piece of paper and a 'case' as a container — together, a cardcase is a container for holding cards.

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