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UK/["/sɒk/"]/US/["/sɑːk/"]/

Meaning of Sock

In simple words: A piece of clothing worn on the foot.

Sock in a sentence

  • a **pair of socks**
  • I never **wear socks**.
  • He had odd socks on, one red and one yellow.
  • John sat down and took off his shoes and socks.
  • Wear cotton socks indoors to protect your feet from the cold.
  • The children all wore white knee socks.
  • tube socks (= socks without a shaped heel)
  • He gave him a sock on the jaw.
  • You're going to have to pull your socks up.
  • Can't you put a sock in it? I'm trying to work.

How to use Sock

Use 'sock' in everyday conversations about clothing. It's appropriate in both casual and professional settings, but avoid using it in overly formal contexts like academic papers.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'sock' being stacked like bricks in a storage box.

Related words

Collocations with Sock

Synonyms for Sock

  • hosiery
  • footwear
  • stocking

Opposites of Sock

  • barefoot
  • shoeless

Common mistakes with Sock

  • Confused with 'socks' (plural) when referring to more than one.
  • Using 'sock' to describe footwear in general instead of specifically as a type of clothing.
  • Mispronouncing it as 'sok'.

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Frequently asked questions about Sock

What does Sock mean?

A piece of clothing worn on the foot.

What is the definition of Sock?

a piece of clothing that is worn over the foot, ankle and lower part of the leg, especially inside a shoe

How do you use Sock in a sentence?

a **pair of socks**

Can you give another example of Sock?

I never **wear socks**.

What are synonyms for Sock?

Common alternatives include hosiery, footwear, stocking.

What is the opposite of Sock?

Opposite meanings include barefoot, shoeless.

What words go with Sock?

It commonly pairs with knee, knee-high, long, pair, pull on, pull up, pull off, drawer, puppet.

What are common mistakes when using Sock?

Confused with 'socks' (plural) when referring to more than one. Using 'sock' to describe footwear in general instead of specifically as a type of clothing. Mispronouncing it as 'sok'.

How do you pronounce Sock?

US: /["/sɑːk/"]/, UK: /["/sɒk/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Sock?

Use 'sock' in everyday conversations about clothing. It's appropriate in both casual and professional settings, but avoid using it in overly formal contexts like academic papers.

What CEFR level is Sock?

"Sock" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.