: having dry shoes or feet

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of dry-shod was in the 15th century

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“Dry-shod.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dry-shod. Accessed 18 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

dry-shod

adjective
ˈdrī-ˈshäd
: having dry shoes or feet
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