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SANDL/ˈsændl/

A sandal is a light open shoe for warm weather, with straps and an open toe. Countable: a sandal, sandals (usually a pair). A shoe covers the whole foot; a boot is higher and for cold or wet weather; a slipper is for indoors. Mix-up: sandal vs candle (you light it) — extra c, different meaning.

Meaning

A light open shoe for warm weather, with straps.

Examples

• “This sandal is broken at the strap.”
• “Take your sandals off before the pool.”
• “One sandal is missing from this pair.”

Good to know

a sandal / sandals (open, summer). Contrast: shoe (closed), boot (higher), slipper (indoor). Mix-up: candle.

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