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sneaker

Pronunciation: /ˈsnikɚ/

The English word “sneaker” has 5 meanings listed here.

noun

  1. One who sneaks.
  2. An athletic shoe with a soft, rubber sole. A trainer.
  3. A vessel of drink.
  4. A large cup (or small basin) with a saucer and cover.
  5. A sneaker male.

Etymology

From sneak + -er. The shoes sense is a reference to the quietness of the shoes.

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