calceate

/kælˈsiːeɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to shoe or provide with shoes; to equip with a covering for the foot, as in ancient times.

“The archaeologists attempted to calceate the ancient figurines for a historical exhibit.”

2. noun

one who shoes or provides with shoes, especially in ancient times.

“The calceate was responsible for designing the elaborate footwear of the royal family.”

Synonyms

  • equip
  • shoe

Antonyms

  • barefoot
  • unshod