congress boot

noun

1. a high shoe with elastic sides, worn by men in the U.S. in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Word History and Origins

Origin of congress boot¹

An Americanism dating back to 1840–50

Example Sentences

"Cheer up, Tutt," said he, pushing a box of stogies toward his partner with the toe of his congress boot.

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