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san·dal (san′dəl)
noun
- a kind of footwear consisting of a sole fastened in various ways to the foot by straps over the instep or toes, or around the ankle
- any of various low slippers or shoes
Etymology: ME sandalie < L sandalium < Gr sandalion, dim. of sandalon
san·dal (san′dəl)
noun
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sandal
n.
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Converse of object
- wear: Don't wear sandals or work in bare feet.
Adjective modifier
- strappy: What better excuse to invest in a new pair of strappy sandals now your feet are looking primed to perfection.
Modifies a noun
- toe: With a sandal toe, these 8 denier tights provide a flawless, yet natural look that can be worn with utter confidence.
Noun used with modifier
- slingback: Fly Flot £ 19.99 Fly Flot black suede slingback sandal.
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Euclid alone Has looked on Beauty bare. Fortunate they Who, though once only and then but far away, Have heard her massive sandal set on stone.
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