sandal
UK: ˈsænd(ə)l | US: ˈsænd(ə)l
n. a light shoe with straps or openwork, typically worn in warm weather
n. (historical) a type of footwear consisting of a sole fastened to the foot by straps
The word "sandal" traces back to the Greek "sándalon," meaning a wooden sole or a simple shoe. It entered English via Latin "sandalium" and Old French "sandal." The root "sand" refers to the sole, while the suffix "-al" denotes its function as a noun. Sandals have been a universal footwear design across cultures, emphasizing minimalism and practicality.
She wore leather sandals to the beach.
Ancient Greeks often walked in simple leather sandals.
The straps of his sandals broke during the hike.
Sandals are ideal for hot summer days.
The museum displayed Roman sandals from 200 AD.