huarache
noun
a Mexican sandal having the upper woven of leather strips.
huaraches
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pluralof huarache.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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The Oaxaca Slip-On was inspired by traditional leather sandals known as huaraches made by Indigenous artisans in Mexico.
From BBC ● Aug. 10, 2025
“I remember when I first started selling huaraches at the swap meets, there was something nice about the smell of the leather. There still is,” he said.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2025
Now, the Oaxaca government is reportedly preparing legal action against Adidas and Willy Chavarría over the Oaxaca Slip On, which features elements of traditional Yalalteco huaraches.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 7, 2025
Prices: Appetizers $2 to $15; quesadillas, tostadas, huaraches, enchiladas, tacos and entrees, $4 to $23.
From Washington Post ● Jul. 1, 2022
I slip on my man huaraches and walk out into the warm night.
From "The Help" by Kathryn Stockett
