Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

socked-in

Adjective

/sɒkt ɪn/

Definition

A term used to describe a situation where the visibility is significantly reduced due to weather conditions, particularly due to thick fog, overcast skies, or heavy rain.

Examples

The planes were delayed because the airport was socked-in with fog.
We decided not to hike today since the mountain was socked-in with clouds.
After the storm, the coastal town was socked-in with heavy rain, limiting visibility for drivers.