SportsAugust 28, 2026
stirrup
STIR-up
Definition
A type of baseball sock that features a colored outer layer with a large U-shaped cutout, revealing a white under-sock, historically worn by players as part of the traditional uniform.
Etymology
Derived from Old English 'stīgrāp', a combination of 'stīgan' (to climb or mount) and 'rāp' (rope), originally referring to the ring or support hanging from a saddle to help a rider mount a horse.
In the news
The article uses the term to describe the player's physical appearance, evoking a classic baseball aesthetic to highlight his large, powerful frame as a 'defensive lineman in stirrup socks.'
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