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10 Language-to-English DictionariesGumboot
/ˈɡʌm.buːt/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A waterproof boot made of rubber or similar material, typically worn for protection against wet conditions.
"He wore his gumboots while walking through the muddy field." - 2
A type of boot commonly used in farming and outdoor activities, often associated with specific cultural practices.
"In some regions, gumboots are also used in traditional dance performances."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'gumboot' originates from the early 19th century, derived from the word 'gum', referring to the rubber material used in its construction, and 'boot', indicating its function as footwear. It reflects the evolution of waterproof footwear designed for agricultural and outdoor use.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Gumboot" is said worldwide
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bottes en caoutchouc
Transliteration: bottes en caoutchouc
"Il a porté ses bottes en caoutchouc dans le jardin."
Gummistiefel
Transliteration: Gummistiefel
"Er trug seine Gummistiefel im Regen."
stivali di gomma
Transliteration: stivali di gomma
"Ha indossato gli stivali di gomma per camminare nel fango."
botas de goma
Transliteration: botas de goma
"Llevó sus botas de goma para trabajar en el jardín."
botas de borracha
Transliteration: botas de borracha
"Ele usou suas botas de borracha durante a chuva."
रबर के जूते
Transliteration: rabar ke jute
"वह खेत में काम करने के लिए रबर के जूते पहनता है।"
橡胶靴
Transliteration: xiàngjiāo xuē
"他在雨中穿着橡胶靴。"
고무 부츠
Transliteration: gomu bucheu
"그는 비 오는 날 고무 부츠를 신었다."
ゴムブーツ
Transliteration: gomu būtsu
"彼は雨の日にゴムブーツを履いていました。"
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