shoelace — a cord or string used for fastening a shoe
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a cord or string used for fastening a shoe
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈʃuːleɪs/
Example Sentences
- The kindergarten teacher spent half the morning helping kids tie their shoelaces.
- I always buy shoes with velcro because I'm terrible at tying shoelaces.
- My shoelace broke right before the important presentation.
shoelace
NOUN[/ˈʃuːleɪs/]
a cord or string used for fastening a shoe
a determined young child bends forward to tie their bright red sneakers before heading out. Their small fingers carefully loop the white cord through the eyelets and around itself. The loose ends of the cord dangle as the child works to create a secure knot. A patient older sibling kneels nearby offering encouragement and guidance. The bedroom shows scattered toys and a backpack ready by the door. a cord or string being used for fastening a shoe
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Shoelace is a compound word combining 'shoe' and 'lace,' which emerged in English around the 16th century. The element 'lace' derives from Latin laqueus, originally meaning 'snare' or 'noose,' later evolving to denote decorative cord or binding material.
Breakdown
shoe (footwear) + lace (cord, from Latin laqueus meaning snare or loop). The compound refers to the cord used to fasten shoes.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The kindergarten teacher spent half the morning helping kids tie their shoelaces.”
“I always buy shoes with velcro because I'm terrible at tying shoelaces.”
“My shoelace broke right before the important presentation.”
“She customized her sneakers with rainbow-colored shoelaces.”
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