Definition of SNEAKER

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

sneaker is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
sneaker is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
sneaker is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 12

sneaker is a valid Words With Friends word