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      Sandal

      /ˈsæn.dəl/

      Meaning & Definition

      noun
      A type of footwear, typically consisting of a sole held to the foot by straps or thongs.
      He wore sandals to the beach for comfort and breathability.
      An open type of shoe that is usually worn in warm weather.
      She packed her favorite sandals for the summer vacation.
      A shoe consisting of a sole fastened to the foot by a thong or straps.
      The children played in the garden wearing their colorful sandals.

      Etymology

      From Latin 'sandalium', from Greek 'sandalon'.

      Common Phrases and Expressions

      sandals on the ground:
      A phrase used to indicate being grounded or in touch with reality.
      sandal weather:
      A colloquial term referring to warm weather suitable for wearing open footwear.

      Related Words

      flip-flop
      A type of casual footwear typically with a flat sole and a Y-shaped strap.
      loafer
      A type of shoe that is generally casual and does not require laces.

      Slang Meanings

      Toe-thong
      He was wearing those toe-thongs at the pool party.
      Sundial
      Those sandals are perfect for lounging in the sun, like a sundial.