gumboots
Britishplural noun
Example Sentences
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Guests and family members could be seen wading through floodwaters in gumboots and sandals at the Barasoain Church in Malolos.
From BBC ● Jul. 31, 2023
Kevin McBride, a rugged 51-year-old wearing gumboots and a wool cap, can recall those inevitable autumn raids.
From Seattle Times ● Dec. 7, 2018
If O’Rourke arrived on a rainy day, she would be sure to pack her raincoat and gumboots.
From Washington Post ● Nov. 19, 2018
Squat little guys in orange gumboots with fish crammed in their beaks.
From Slate ● Jan. 7, 2014
It took ten minutes for her beloved gumboots to be completely shredded.
From "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy
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