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    Sabots (en. Clogs)

    /sa.bɔ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A type of rigid wooden shoe, often associated with laborers.
    Clogs are worn by farmers for their durability.
    Les sabots sont portés par les agriculteurs pour leur solidité.
    A term used to refer to the feet or hooves of certain animals, like horses.
    Horse hooves must be maintained regularly.
    Les sabots des chevaux doivent être entretenus régulièrement.
    A wooden piece used to support a structure or hold an object.
    Wooden clogs were used to stabilize the beam.
    Les sabots en bois étaient utilisés pour stabiliser la poutre.

    Etymology

    Comes from Old French 'sabot', meaning 'wooden shoe'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    they are like clogs
    Refers to things that are very clumsy.
    elles sont comme des sabots
    to have clogs
    To be late or not to keep up with the pace.
    avoir des sabots

    Related Words

    sabotière
    A type of shoe or a place where clogs are made.
    sabotière
    sabotage
    Action of destroying or rendering a piece of equipment or a project ineffective.
    sabotage
    horse's hoof
    The hard outer part of the legs of certain animals.
    sabot de cheval

    Slang Meanings

    To be clumsy or awkward in one's movements.
    He dances like a clog.
    Il danse comme un sabot.
    Refers to a rustic or unrefined person.
    She is a bit clumsy around the edges.
    Elle est un peu sabot sur les bords.