Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

someone-or-something-will-knock-your-socks-off

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/ˈsʌmˌwʌn ɔr ˈsʌmˌθɪŋ wɪl nɒk jʊər sɑks ɔf/

Definition

An expression meaning to greatly impress or surprise someone.

Examples

The magician’s show was so incredible, it really knocked my socks off!
Her performance in the play was so powerful that it knocked everyone’s socks off.
I tried the new restaurant last night, and the food absolutely knocked my socks off!

Meaning

When someone says that someone or something will ‘knock your socks off’, they imply that it will have a strong impact, making you feel amazed or excited.