\So"cle\, n. [F., fr. L. socculus, dim. of soccus. See
{Sock} a covering for the foot. Cf. {Zocco}.] (Arch.)
(a) A plain block or plinth forming a low pedestal; any base;
    especially, the base of a statue, column, or the like.
    See {Plinth}.
(b) A plain face or plinth at the lower part of a wall.
    --Oxf. Gloss.