espadrille

noun

es·​pa·​drille ˈe-spə-ˌdril How to pronounce espadrille (audio)
: a sandal usually having a fabric upper and a flexible sole

Examples of espadrille in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web For the latter, Pape suggests investing in a pair of espadrilles — a signature Spanish creation. Chadner Navarro, Travel + Leisure, 27 Feb. 2024 Dress it up with a nice block heel, or go for a more casual look with a quirky espadrille sneaker. Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 23 Feb. 2024 Keep scrolling to shop more discounted Stuart Weitzman shoes, including espadrilles, slides, and more before the sale ends on Wednesday, February 21 at 12 p.m. ET. Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 20 Feb. 2024 From flats to wedges to lace-up styles, espadrilles are my go-tos for summers in Italy. Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2023 For a more elevated look, style it with your favorite jewelry and espadrilles. Isabel Garcia, Peoplemag, 15 July 2023 Instead of toss-away slippers at turndown, guests are gifted sturdy espadrilles at the beginning of their stay to use and take home. Jennifer Bradley Franklin, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2023 Rubber soled and perfect for a boat my favorite espadrille maker is famed Spanish house, Castañer. Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2023 Ralph Lauren Cecilia espadrille flats Espadrilles may be a summer staple, but this leather pair is just right for fall. Porter Simmons, Vogue, 11 Oct. 2023

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Word History

Etymology

French, alteration of espardille, ultimately from Latin spartum

First Known Use

1892, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of espadrille was in 1892

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Cite this Entry

“Espadrille.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/espadrille. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

espadrille

noun
es·​pa·​drille ˈes-pə-ˌdril How to pronounce espadrille (audio)
: a shoe with a cloth upper and often with a rope braid around the edge
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