open-toe
|o-pen-toe|
B1
🇺🇸
/ˈoʊpən toʊ/
🇬🇧
/ˈəʊpən təʊ/
exposed toes
Etymology
Etymology Information
'open-toe' originates from English, combining 'open' meaning 'not closed' and 'toe' referring to the front part of the foot.
Historical Evolution
The term 'open-toe' has been used in fashion to describe footwear styles that expose the toes.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not covering the toes,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describes a type of shoe or sandal that does not cover the toes.
She wore open-toe sandals to the beach.
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Last updated: 2025/06/02 21:19