sandal

Meanings

• noun

  A shoe that typically covers only the foot and part of the ankle, having a sole and straps or laces that hold it on the foot.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with sandal
tandal , mandal,andal , canal

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Variants

List of all variants of sandal that leads to same result
sandal , sandal tree , sandaled , sandalled , sandals

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Etymology

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The word 'sandal' comes from the Old English word 'sandel', which means 'shoe with thongs or straps'.

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Trivia

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1. The world's largest collection of flip-flops is located in Reef Point, Florida, with over 10,000 pairs.

2. The ancient Greeks and Romans wore sandals made from animal hides or plant fibers.

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Related Concepts

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1. flip-flops: A type of sandal that has a flat, flexible sole and a Y-shaped strap that goes between the first and second toes and around the heel.

2. thong sandals: A type of sandal that has a strap that goes between the toes and a strap or buckle around the ankle.

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Culture

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Sandals have been used since ancient civilizations, including Egypt, Greece, and Rome. They are often associated with relaxation and casual wear. In literature, sandals have been mentioned in works such as Homer's 'Odyssey' and Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night'. In art, sandals have been depicted in various sculptures and paintings throughout history.

How to Memorize "sandal"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person wearing a sandal with a strap around their ankle and a sole covering the bottom of their foot.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'sandal' with the feeling of walking on a warm beach or the sound of water hitting the shore.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Silly Ankles Don't Allow Sandals To Touch The Ground' to remember the definition of a sandal.

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