sock away
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Meaning · English
To save or hoard (something).
Register: slang
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
I've been socking away cash for years.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “sock away” mean?
To save or hoard (something).
Is “sock away” formal or informal?
sock away is generally slang.