Sneaker: meaning, definitions and examples

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sneaker

 

[ หˆsniหkษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

type of shoe

A sneaker is a type of footwear designed primarily for sports and physical exercise but that is often used for everyday casual wear. Sneakers are characterized by their soft rubber sole and flexible upper, which provides comfort and support during various activities. They come in various styles and designs, making them popular among people of all ages. While originally intended for athletic purposes, sneakers have become a fashion statement and are associated with youth culture.

Synonyms

athletic shoes, tennis shoes, trainers

Examples of usage

  • I bought a new pair of sneakers for running.
  • She wore her favorite sneakers to school.
  • Sneakers are great for comfort when walking.

Translations

Translations of the word "sneaker" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น tรชnis

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคจเฅ€เค•เคฐเฅเคธ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Sneaker

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sepatu sneaker

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบั€ะพัั–ะฒะบะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ tenisรณwki

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚นใƒ‹ใƒผใ‚ซใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท baskets

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ zapatillas

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท sneaker

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์Šค๋‹ˆ์ปค์ฆˆ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุฐุงุก ุฑูŠุงุถูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tenisky

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tenisky

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ฟๅŠจ้ž‹

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ teniske

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sneakers

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบั€ะพััะพะฒะบะฐะปะฐั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒœแƒ˜แƒ™แƒ”แƒ แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ idman ayaqqabฤฑsฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ tenis

Etymology

The term 'sneaker' originated in the late 19th century in the United States. It is believed to have been coined by the sports promoter Henry Nelson McKinney, who described the soft rubber sole of the shoe, which allowed wearers to 'sneak' up on someone without making noise. Initially, sneakers were called 'plimsolls' in the UK, which referred to a specific type of canvas shoe with a rubber sole. As athletic activities gained popularity in the early 20th century, sneakers became widely used in various sports. The rise of athletic brands, particularly during the mid-20th century, further popularized the sneaker culture, leading to the diverse styles and commercial success of sneakers we see today.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,757 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.