bootblack

/ˈbuːtˌblæk/

Definitions

1. noun

A person whose occupation is to polish and shine boots, typically in a street or market setting.

“The bootblack on the street corner was expertly polishing a customer’s boots.”

Synonyms

  • boot polisher
  • boot shine man

Antonyms

  • boot owner
  • footwear repairer