laces up
Fastens with strings
Laces up is the act of fastening with laces, typically shoes or boots: She laces up her running shoes before every workout.
The phrase often signals preparation for activity or competition: He laces up for his first game of the season.
In hockey and skating contexts, to lace up means to put on skates and get ready to play.
- eyeletsReinforced holes for threading
- running shoesFootwear for athletic movement
- agletsProtective cord terminations
- gearing upPreparing for something ahead
- suiting upPutting on required attire
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