Cool MateShoe
UK /["/ʃuː/"]/US /["/ʃuː/"]/
Definition
one of a pair of objects usually made of leather or plastic that you wear on your feet
In simple words: A type of footwear that you wear on your feet.
Examples
- I bought a new pair of shoes yesterday.
- He kicked the ball with his shoe.
- She has a colorful collection of shoes.
- I forgot to lace up my shoes before running.
- These shoes are very comfortable for walking.
Usage notes
Use 'shoe' in everyday conversations to describe types of footwear. It's not used in formal writing unless discussing fashion or retail.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'shoe' as 'shoe-prints' left on the ground.
Collocations
- heavy
- stout
- strong
- pair
- put on
- slip on
- kick off
- fit (somebody)
- pinch something
- squeak
- polish
- size
- shop
- the heel of a shoe
- the sole of a shoe
- the toe of a shoe
Synonyms
- footwear
- sandal
- boot
- sneaker
- loafers
Antonyms
- barefoot
- sockless
Common mistakes
- Confusing 'shoe' with 'shoes' when referring to a single item.
- Using 'sneaker' instead of 'shoe' when talking about all types of footwear.