Definition

Not wearing shoes or lacking footwear.

Example

The children ran around the yard unshod, enjoying the feel of the grass under their feet.

Conversation

Did you see that guy walking around unshod?

Yeah, I can't believe he doesn't wear any shoes at all!

I wonder how his feet handle all the rough surfaces.

Maybe he just prefers the feeling of being unshod in nature.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unshod → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "shod" (from Old English "scod", meaning shod or wearing shoes). The word "unshod" means not wearing shoes.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') wearing shoes ('shod') — that's why unshod means without shoes.

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