Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sock-away
phrasal verb
/sɒk əˈweɪ/
Definition
To save or put aside money for future use, often in a secretive manner.
Examples
- She decided to sock away a portion of her paycheck each month to save for a vacation.
- He often socks away cash in an old shoebox under his bed, just in case of emergencies.
Meaning
Sock away refers to the act of saving money discreetly, usually for emergencies or specific purposes, without drawing attention to it.
Synonyms
- save
- stash
- set aside
- reserve
