sneaker
Meanings
Plural: sneakers
Noun
- a canvas shoe with a pliable rubber sole
- someone acting as an informer or decoy for the police
- One who sneaks.
- An athletic shoe with a soft, rubber sole. A trainer.
- A vessel of drink.
- A large cup (or small basin) with a saucer and cover.
- A sneaker male.
Origin / Etymology
From sneak + -er. The shoes sense is a reference to the quietness of the shoes.
Synonyms
canary, fink, gym shoe, kicks, runner, running shoe, sneak, snitch, snitcher, sports shoe, stool pigeon, stoolie, stoolpigeon, takkie, tennis shoe, trainer
Scrabble Score: 11
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