crew sock

noun

: a short bulky usually ribbed sock

Examples of crew sock in a Sentence

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The Grammy-winning singer wore a green short-sleeve polo over a white button-down with a navy blue pleated skirt and red crew socks, while Wolff wore a brown suit. Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 7 May 2026 These cotton, polyester, and spandex-blend crew socks are cute, comfortable, cheeky, and show solidarity with fellow parents. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 Apr. 2026 Zendaya wore hers with a billowy white maxi skirt and crew socks — an unexpected combo that feels highly stylized to her. Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 25 Apr. 2026 The cover art features Rodrigo upside down on a swing, wearing a pink dress, white crew socks and black heels. Angeline Jane Bernabe, ABC News, 2 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for crew sock

Word History

First Known Use

1948, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of crew sock was in 1948

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“Crew sock.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crew%20sock. Accessed 10 May. 2026.

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