Definition

A type of shoe made of wood or a sandal with a strap across the top, often worn in some European countries.

Example

She wore a traditional wooden sabot while walking through the village.

Conversation

I just bought a new pair of sabot sandals for the summer.

Oh nice! I love how comfortable they are.

Yeah, they're perfect for the beach and easy to slip on.

Absolutely! Plus, they look really stylish too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sabot comes from Old French 'sabot', meaning a wooden shoe or clog. The term originally referred to a type of footwear made from wood, which was commonly worn in rural areas.

Memory Tip

Think of the Old French word for a wooden shoe — that's what 'sabot' refers to, helping you remember it as a type of wooden footwear.

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