shoes

[ʃuːz]

shoes Definition

a covering for the foot, typically made of leather, having a sturdy sole and not reaching above the ankle.

Using shoes: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "shoes" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    I need to buy new shoes for work.

  • Example

    She has a collection of designer shoes.

  • Example

    He tied his shoes and went for a run.

  • Example

    I took off my shoes before entering the house.

shoes Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for shoes

Phrases with shoes

  • fill someone's shoes

    to take over someone's position or role

    Example

    It will be difficult to fill his shoes as CEO.

  • step into someone's shoes

    to take over someone's position or role

    Example

    After he retired, his son stepped into his shoes as the head of the company.

  • to imagine oneself in someone else's situation or circumstances

    Example

    Before judging her, try to put yourself in her shoes and understand her perspective.

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Summary: shoes in Brief

The term 'shoes' [ʃuːz] refers to a type of footwear that covers the foot and has a sturdy sole. It is typically made of leather and does not reach above the ankle. 'Shoes' can be used in phrases like 'fill someone's shoes,' meaning to take over someone's position, and 'put oneself in someone else's shoes,' meaning to imagine oneself in someone else's situation.