bobby-sox

A teenage girl wears white bobby-sox with her saddle shoes.

Definition

Noun (plural, often used as "bobby socks"):
- Short socks: "bobby-sox" refers to ankle-length socks, typically worn by teenage girls in the 1940s and 1950s, often associated with a youthful, casual style.

Usage Examples

• (Short socks worn as a fashion accessory.)
• (A nostalgic reference to mid-20th-century teenage fashion.)

Advanced Usage

• "bobby-soxer": A young teenage girl, especially one who was a fan of popular music or fashion in the 1940s–1950s.
  • The bobby-soxers screamed at the singer during the concert. (Teenage girls showing excitement for a pop idol.)

Variants and Related Words

• Bobby sock (n): a single sock of this type.
  • She lost one of her bobby socks in the laundry. (A singular item of clothing.)
• Bobby-soxer (n): a teenage girl who wore bobby socks, often as a cultural stereotype.
  • The movie depicted a group of bobby-soxers at a soda fountain. (A cultural reference to 1950s youth.)

Synonyms

• Anklet: a short sock that reaches just above the ankle.
• Socklet: a very short sock covering only the foot and ankle.

Related Idioms

• "Bobby-sox culture": Refers to the teenage subculture of the 1940s–1950s, characterized by swing music, jitterbug dancing, and casual dress.
  • The museum exhibit celebrated bobby-sox culture with vintage clothing and records. (A historical lifestyle trend.)