vamps Definition
- 1the upper part of a boot or shoe, above the sole and below the ankle, covering the front of the foot and extending toward or slightly beyond the toes
- 2a seductive woman who uses her charm to exploit men
- 3an improvised musical accompaniment typically played on a piano for a soloist or singer
Using vamps: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "vamps" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The vamps on these boots are made of leather.
Example
She was known as a vamp who preyed on wealthy men.
Example
The jazz singer performed with a pianist playing vamps in the background.
vamps Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for vamps
- improvisation
- shoe upper
- seductress
Summary: vamps in Brief
The term 'vamps' [væmps] refers to three different things. First, it is the upper part of a shoe or boot that covers the front of the foot. Second, it is a seductive woman who exploits men. Third, it is an improvised musical accompaniment played on a piano for a soloist or singer. Examples include 'The vamps on these boots are made of leather,' 'She was known as a vamp who preyed on wealthy men,' and 'The jazz singer performed with a pianist playing vamps in the background.'
