sneaker

noun

sneak·​er ˈsnē-kər How to pronounce sneaker (audio)
Synonyms of sneakernext
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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Styles, for his part, opted for a butter yellow button-up over a white tank top, black trousers, off-white Vans sneakers, and a gray coat. Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2025 On chilly days, pair it with a chunky knit sweater, jeans, and a pair of go-to sneakers or boots. Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Dec. 2025 The men’s shoe sale selection is deep, spanning supportive sneakers, winter-ready styles, and classic leather shoes that work for trips near and far. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 20 Dec. 2025 Keep scrolling for more slip-on sneakers from the brand at QVC. Shea Simmons, PEOPLE, 19 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for sneaker

Word History

First Known Use

1598, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
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 23 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

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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