Definition and meaning of English word "socks"
socks
/sɒks/
Meaning
NounPlural of sock: knitted or woven coverings for the foot and lower leg, usually worn inside a shoe.
How to use
The noun 'socks' is the plural of 'sock' and is used in everyday conversation about clothing. It normally takes a plural verb, e.g. 'My socks are wet.' A common learner mistake is confusing this common plural noun with the informal idiom 'sock away' (to save money) or 'knock someone's socks off' (to impress someone greatly), which use 'sock(s)' in a figurative sense unrelated to footwear.
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socks
Example
I wore thick wool socks to keep my feet warm.
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Common phrases
- put on socks— to cover the feet with socks
- a pair of socks— two matching socks worn together
- wool socks— socks made of wool
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What does the English word "socks" mean?▼
The English word "socks" means "socks" in English.
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