Shod Meaning in English
word · lemma: shoe
Definition
'Shod' is the past form of 'shoe'. It means wearing shoes, or (for animals, especially horses) having shoes fitted to the feet or hooves.
Usage & Nuances
'Shod' is now mostly used in formal, literary, or technical contexts (like 'well-shod', 'barefoot or shod', or talking about horses). Everyday English uses 'wearing shoes' instead. Not commonly used as a verb; the most frequent modern uses are as an adjective or in phrases.
Example Sentences
The horse was shod with new iron shoes.
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Everyone at the party was shod in black shoes.
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The travelers are well shod for the mountain hike.
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Some city streets are rough, so it helps to be shod in comfortable sneakers.
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All the horses must be shod before the parade starts.
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He arrived at the cabin, tired and muddy, but still shod in his hiking boots.
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