gaiter
a covering of cloth or leather for the ankle and instep and sometimes also the lower leg, worn over the shoe or boot.: Compare upper1 (def. 7).
a cloth or leather shoe with elastic insertions at the sides.
an overshoe with a fabric top.
Origin of gaiter
1Other words from gaiter
- gai·ter·less, adjective
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British Dictionary definitions for gaiter
/ (ˈɡeɪtə) /
a cloth or leather covering for the leg or ankle buttoned on one side and usually strapped under the foot
Also called: spat a similar covering extending from the ankle to the instep
a waterproof covering for the ankle worn by climbers and walkers to prevent snow, mud, or gravel entering over the top of the boot
Origin of gaiter
1Derived forms of gaiter
- gaiterless, adjective
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