Shod

/ʃɒd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

Past tense of 'shod,' which means to put shoes on (a horse or another animal).

The blacksmith shod the horse carefully to ensure it was comfortable.

To cover with shoes or to equip with footwear.

They shod the dog with protective boots for the rocky trail.

To furnish with something that serves as a protective covering.

He shod the shelves in his workshop with a layer of varnish.

Middle English, from Old English 'scōd', meaning 'to furnish with shoes'.

well-shod

Equipped with good quality shoes.

hard-shod

Fitted with hard footwear, often for protection.

shoe

A covering for the foot, typically made of leather or other materials.

shoestring

A narrow strip of material used to fasten shoes.

To dress stylishly or in good shoes.

He really shod up for the party.

To be well-prepared or equipped.

She's shod for the adventure ahead.