slipsole

/ˈslɪpsəʊl/

Definitions

1. noun

The part of a shoe or sandal that covers the heel and back of the foot, typically consisting of a strap or lacing that secures it in place.

“She struggled to adjust the straps on her slipsole, but it kept coming undone.”

2. noun

A type of shoe, especially a casual or athletic one, characterized by a slipsole design.

“He wore a pair of slipsoles for hiking in the mountains.”

Synonyms

  • backstay
  • heelstay

Antonyms

  • toepiece