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sneaker
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sneaker, n.
- One who sneaks. Lamb. [1913 Webster]
- A vessel of drink. [1913 Webster]"A sneaker of five gallons." [1913 Webster]
- A type of soft shoe with a flat, pliable, typically rubber or other soft sole, and canvas-like upper, used in sports such as tennis, or for comfort. Called sneaker because they give no warning of one's approach. Usually used in the
pl. [Webster 1913 Suppl.] - A punch bowl. Spectator. [Webster 1913 Suppl.]
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