noun

sock

sock

I can't find my other sock.

I can't find my other sock.

I need a new pair of socks.

I need a new pair of socks.

((a)) sock a piece of clothing for the foot I can't find my other sock.

((a pair of)) socks two matching socks I need a new pair of socks.

Synonyms: stocking, hosiery

From Old English 'socc', from Latin 'soccus' (a light shoe).

Picture a single sock, always looking for its pair.

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