alpargata
|al-par-ga-ta|
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/ˌælpɑːrˈɡɑːtə/
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/ˌælpɑːˈɡɑːtə/
lightweight shoe
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alpargata' originates from Spanish, specifically the word 'alpargata', where 'al-' is an Arabic definite article and 'pargata' is derived from the Greek 'pedilon' meaning 'sandal'.
Historical Evolution
'alpargata' changed from the Arabic word 'al-barghat' and eventually became the modern Spanish word 'alpargata'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'sandal', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a lightweight shoe'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of lightweight shoe, often made of canvas or cotton fabric with a flexible sole made of esparto rope, jute, or rubber.
She wore a pair of alpargatas to the beach.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/02 20:36