sandal

noun

san·​dal ˈsan-dᵊl How to pronounce sandal (audio)
1
: a shoe consisting of a sole strapped to the foot
2
: a low-cut shoe that fastens by an ankle strap
3
: a strap to hold on a slipper or low shoe
4
: a rubber overshoe cut very low
sandaled adjective
or less commonly sandalled

Examples of sandal in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Actress Octavia Spencer wore a sparkling black suit with a black satin camisole underneath and a pair of toe black sandals. Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 17 Mar. 2024 These multi-functional sandals are made with cushy and contoured EVA footbeds that will effectively make every step feel like walking on a cloud, while hook and loop closures keep them firmly on my feet during walking tours, travel days, and more. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2024 Pair this style with sandals for an informal wedding, or dress it up with heels or wedges for a cocktail spring wedding. Carly Totten, Southern Living, 15 Mar. 2024 Wear it on its own with a pair of comfortable sandals or a pair of loafers for the office, or layer it with a denim jacket and sneakers for more casual outings. Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 12 Mar. 2024 The 2024 Oscar winners list March 10, 2024 After sidestepping out from behind a large set piece, Cena — wearing just an envelope over his bits and a pair of Birkenstock sandals — took center stage. Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2024 His face framed by his familiar Bunyan-esque beard, Mr. Kelce wore a cutoff T-shirt, sandals and a gold Rolex. Scott Cacciola, New York Times, 6 Mar. 2024 Later that month, the reality star stepped out in a pair of split-toe Balenciaga flip-flops that resemble a pair of disposable pedicure sandals for a very normal price of $450. Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 3 Mar. 2024 From slippers and sandals to boots and sneakers, my closet is filled to the brim — much to my husband’s dismay. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 5 Mar. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin sandalium, from Greek sandalion, diminutive of sandalon sandal

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of sandal was in the 14th century

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Cite this Entry

“Sandal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sandal. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

sandal

noun
san·​dal ˈsan-dᵊl How to pronounce sandal (audio)
: a shoe consisting of a sole strapped to the foot

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