shoes

Laced foot covers

Shoes are coverings for the feet, typically with a sturdy sole and an upper portion.

The word encompasses everything from sneakers to dress shoes to boots.

To be in someone's shoes is to imagine their situation.

If the shoe fits, wear it means accept a criticism that applies to you.

To wait for the other shoe to drop is to anticipate an inevitable consequence.

types

boots

Ankle-covering footwear

clogs · heels · oxfords · espadrilles · flip-flops · pumps · wedges · ballet flats · stilettos · flats

craft

cobbler

Shoe repair artisan

insole · upper · last · awl · leather · stitching · resoling · tanning · welting · burnishing

fashion

designer

One who plans appearances

chic · couture · statement · trendy · platform · slingback · peep-toe · ankle strap · embellished · luxury

sports

cleats

Spiked sports shoes

trail runners · shin guards · athletic footwear

culture

glass slipper

Transparent formal footwear from folklore

dance

ghillies

Soft laced dance shoes

protection

steel-toe

Protective boot insert

waterproof · insulated · puncture-resistant · construction boots

Categories
Opposites
footwear presence

shoesbarefoot

Wearing no shoes

shoeless · bare feet · barefooted · unshod

body part coverage location

shoeshat

Garment for the head

hats · gloves · headwear · cap · mittens

Phrases
Family

shoe, shoelace, shod, shoemaker, shoeless, shoeing, overshoe, shoelaces, shoestring

Familiarity
Top 3,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G