open-toed
|o-pen-toed|
B1
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/ˈoʊpən toʊd/
🇬🇧
/ˈəʊpən təʊd/
footwear with exposed toes
Etymology
Etymology Information
'open-toed' originates from the combination of 'open' and 'toed', where 'open' means 'not closed' and 'toed' refers to the part of the foot.
Historical Evolution
'open-toed' evolved from the description of footwear styles that expose the toes, becoming a common term in fashion.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'footwear with exposed toes', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
describing footwear that does not cover the toes.
She wore open-toed sandals to the beach.
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Last updated: 2025/05/25 05:24