espadrille

/ɛspɑrdʁi/; /ɛspɑrˈdiːl/

Definitions

1. noun

a type of shoe or sandal made with a rubber sole and a canvas or cotton upper, typically held on by a strap and a decorative wooden or bamboo wedge.

“She wore a pair of espadrilles to the beach.”

2. noun

a type of traditional Catalan shoe, originating from the countryside.

“The espadrille is a classic symbol of Catalan culture.”

Synonyms

  • Espain shoe
  • canvas shoe
  • hemp sandal

Antonyms

  • dress shoe
  • high-heeled shoe