sneaker

noun

sneak·​er ˈsnē-kər How to pronounce sneaker (audio)
1
: one that sneaks
2
: a sports shoe with a pliable rubber sole
sneakered adjective

Examples of sneaker in a Sentence

she's such a sneaker I wouldn't trust her any farther than I could throw her
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Permira acquired the luxury sneaker brand in 2020 and tried to make its move last June with an initial public offering that was ultimately pulled at the 11th hour amid turmoil in European stock markets. Evan Clark, WWD, 6 Jan. 2025 Despite its success, the sneaker market presents unique challenges. Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 5 Jan. 2025 Duke’s gave the rapper a custom yellow clock chain with spoons for the hands, and yellow sneakers with mayo-like swirls and a clock printed on them. Jordan Moreau, Variety, 4 Jan. 2025 The sneaker maker rose 103% in 2024, finishing at $54.76. Brendan Coffey, Sportico.com, 2 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for sneaker 

Word History

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of sneaker was in 1598

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“Sneaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sneaker. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.

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sneaker

noun
sneak·​er ˈsnē-kər How to pronounce sneaker (audio)
1
: one that sneaks
2
: a sports shoe (as of canvas) with a rubber sole

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