Sock ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Sock ( noun )

1. A close-fitting covering for the foot and ankle, typically made of a soft material such as wool or cotton.
2. A similar covering for the lower leg.
3. A device for protecting a shock absorber.

Origin:

Old english socc, of germanic origin; related to dutch sok and german socke.

Examples:

1. He put on a pair of socks.
2. She washed her socks.
3. The socks were made of wool.
4. The socks were too tight.
5. The car had new shock-absorbing socks.

(As a verb)

Sock ( verb )

1. A close-fitting covering for the foot and ankle, typically made of a soft material such as wool or cotton.
2. A similar covering for the lower leg.
3. A device for protecting a shock absorber.

Origin:

Old english socc, of germanic origin; related to dutch sok and german socke.

Examples:

1. He put on a pair of socks.
2. She washed her socks.
3. The socks were made of wool.
4. The socks were too tight.
5. The car had new shock-absorbing socks.