Phrase guide

no-show sock

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A sock that extends no further than the ankle.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: no-show, secret sock, sneaker sock, trainer sock

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

So called because it does not show above the wearer's shoe.

Across languages

Translations

9 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Finnish: nilkkasukka — type of sock
  • German: Sneakersocke — type of sock
  • German: Söckchen — type of sock
  • German: Ballerinasocke — type of sock
  • Hungarian: titokzokni — type of sock
  • Polish: stopka — type of sock
  • Spanish: peal — type of sock
  • Spanish: pial — type of sock
  • Swedish: sneakersstrumpa — type of sock