sock

Definition

A sock is a piece of clothing you wear on your foot, usually inside a shoe. Socks can be short or long, thick or thin, and they help keep your feet warm or comfortable.

Usage & Nuances

Usually countable: 'a sock', 'two socks'. Often used in pairs: 'a pair of socks'. Common collocations include 'put on socks', 'take off your socks', 'clean socks', and 'thick wool socks'. Do not confuse it with the informal verb 'sock' meaning 'hit hard'.

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