Words / B1

BOOTL-ays/ˈbuːtleɪs/

A bootlace is a cord or string used to fasten a boot. A shoelace is the twin for shoes; velcro is a fastener without a lace. DT: tie the bootlace; trailing laces still go in the accident book.

Meaning

A cord or string used to fasten a boot.

Examples

• “Tie the bootlace before DT; trailing laces still go in the accident book.”
• “A spare bootlace in the PE bag is kit; tape is not a lasting repair for an inspection.”

Good to know

a bootlace; a pair of bootlaces. Close: a shoelace. Contrast: velcro. PE / DT. Countable laces. Mix-up: a boot in UK English is also the back of a car.

Near in meaning

shoelace

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