sacks
word · lemma: sack
Definition
"Sacks" is the plural of "sack." A sack is a large bag for carrying things, or to 'sack' someone means to dismiss them from a job. "Sacks" can refer to bags or acts of firing people.
Usage & Nuances
As a noun, "sacks" mainly means big bags, often for grain, potatoes, or coal. As a verb, "to sack" (and "sacks" as present tense) means firing someone, mainly in British English—American English uses "fire" more commonly. Not to be confused with 'socks.'
Example Sentences
He carried two heavy sacks of rice into the house.
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The store has many sacks of potatoes for sale.
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The company often sacks workers without warning.
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We tossed our clothes into sacks and left for the campsite.
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After the scandal, the club sacks its coach to calm the fans.
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There were old sacks full of letters in the attic.
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