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almond Rocks

idiom
Slang Cockney rhyming slang · East London
Meaning

socks


Origin

disputed origin

Originally a kind of rock cake with almonds.

Examples
SIMPLE

I need to buy some new almond rocks.

CONTEXTUAL

My feet are freezing because I forgot to put on my almond rocks this morning.

COMPLEX

He pulled his worn almond rocks from the drawer, preparing for the long walk ahead in the cold winter air.

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    fox's socks

    Something or someone that is ideal or very pleasing.

  2. 02

    knock someone's socks off

    To impress greatly; amaze; stun.

  3. 03

    one's socks off

    With a large amount of effort or intensity.

  4. 04

    pull one's socks up

    To start making an effort; to renew or redouble one's efforts.

  5. 05

    put a sock in it

    To stop talking; to be quiet; to shut one's mouth.

Last updated June 7, 2026