galoshes

/ɡəˈlɒʃɪz/

noun

  1. 1

    A waterproof overshoe used to provide protection from rain or snow.

  2. 2

    A waterproof rubber boot, intended to be worn in wet or muddy conditions.

Synonyms

noun

  1. 1

    A clog or patten.

    “Nor were worthy [to] unbuckle his galoche. - Chaucer.”
  2. 2

    Hence, an overshoe worn in wet weather.

  3. 3

    A gaiter, or legging, covering the upper part of the shoe and part of the leg.

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