Sandaled

Part of speech: adjective, verb

Definitions

1. Wearing footwear consisting of an open type of shoe that exposes the foot and is usually held by straps or thongs around the ankle and foot ; having on shoes designed for warm weather or casual use that leave much of the foot uncovered
2. Clad in shoes that are open and secured with straps, allowing ventilation and easy wear often in hot climates ; equipped with light, airy footwear that covers only part of the foot, typically for comfort or style during warm seasons
3. Sporting shoes made from straps that fasten around the foot, providing minimal coverage and maximum breathability ; dressed in minimalist footwear designed for ease and ventilation, commonly used for informal occasions or warm weather activities

Etymology: "Sandaled" is the past-tense and adjectival form of "sandal," formed by adding "-ed" to the noun. The noun "sandal" came into English from Latin "sandalium," which in turn was borrowed from Greek "sandalion," a diminutive of "sandalon," meaning a wooden sole or slipper. The core idea was a simple sole held on the foot, and the adjective carries that same picture: a foot fitted with little more than a base and straps. Because the word is built from an existing noun plus a regular suffix, its meaning follows directly from "sandal." Someone described as sandaled is wearing sandals, and the adjective is most often used in descriptions of warm-weather dress, where the open, strapped footwear is the notable detail.

Synonyms: shod, footwear-clad, footwear-wearing

Antonyms: barefoot, unshod, shoeless