galosh

noun ga·losh \gə-ˈläsh\

Definition of GALOSH

obsolete : a shoe with a heavy sole

: a high overshoe worn especially in snow and slush

— ga·loshed \-ˈläsht\ adjective

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Middle English galoche, from Middle French

First Known Use: 14th century

GALOSH Defined for Kids

noun ga·losh \gə-ˈläsh\

: a high shoe worn over another shoe to keep the foot dry especially in snow or wet weather —usually used in pl.

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