2. A vessel of drink. [ Prov. Eng. ] [ 1913 Webster ]
A sneaker of five gallons. Spectator. [ 1913 Webster ]
3. A type of soft shoe with a flat, pliable, typically rubber or other soft sole, and canvas-like upper, used in sports such as tennis, or for comfort. Called sneaker because they give no warning of one's approach. Usually used in the pl. [ Webster 1913 Suppl. +PJC ]