/ˈspɛri/ Spur-ee

Definitions

1. noun

A type of shoe, especially a dress shoe or a type of loafer, typically having a leather upper and a slip-on design.

“She wore a pair of sperry shoes to the wedding.”

2. verb

To navigate or sail a boat, especially a small one, through shallow water.

“The sailor had to sperry the boat through the coral reef.”