wad

[wäd]

wad Definition

• 1. a small mass or lump of a soft material, often rolled, folded, or twisted
• 2. a bundle of paper money

Using wad: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "wad" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  He stuffed a wad of gum into his mouth.

• Example

  She took out a wad of cash from her pocket.

• Example

  He wadded up the paper and threw it in the trash.

• Example

  She wadded up the blanket and put it in the closet.

wad Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for wad

• ball
• clump
• glob
• hunk
• lump

Phrases with wad

• wad of bills

  a bundle of paper money

  Example

  He pulled out a wad of bills and paid for the car in cash.

• wad of gum

  a small mass of chewing gum

  Example

  He always carries a wad of gum in his pocket.

• wad of paper

  a small mass of paper, often crumpled or folded

  Example

  She threw a wad of paper at him in frustration.

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Summary: wad in Brief

The term 'wad' [wäd] refers to a small mass or lump of soft material, often rolled, folded, or twisted. It can also refer to a bundle of paper money, as in 'He took out a wad of cash from his pocket.' 'Wad' is used in phrases like 'wad of bills' and 'wad of gum,' and can be formalized as 'lump' or 'mass.'