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Galoshes Meaning in English

word · lemma: galosh

ɡəˈɫɑʃəz/, /ɡəˈɫɑʃɪz
guh-LAH-shiz
ɡˈælɒʃɪz
guh-LOSH-iz

Definição

Waterproof shoes, usually made of rubber, that are worn over regular shoes to keep feet dry in rain or snow.

Uso & Nuances

"Galoshes" are an old-fashioned or less common term in modern English; "rain boots" is more typical today. Usually plural and refers to over-shoes, not boots worn alone. Often used with "put on" or "take off".

Frases de Exemplo

He put on his galoshes before going outside in the rain.

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Children wore galoshes so their shoes wouldn't get wet.

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My galoshes are dirty after walking through the mud.

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Don't forget your galoshes—it's pouring outside!

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These old galoshes used to belong to my grandmother.

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She slipped her feet out of her galoshes and left them by the door.

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