shoetree

American

[shoo-tree] / ˈʃuˌtri /

noun

one of a pair of foot-shaped devices, usually of metal or wood, for placing in a shoe to maintain its shape when it is not being worn.

shoetree British

/ ˈʃuːˌtriː /

noun

a wooden or metal form inserted into a shoe or boot to stretch it or preserve its shape

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Etymology

Origin of shoetree

First recorded in 1820–30; shoe + tree

Example Sentences

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Invest in key wardrobe staples: Quality wood hangers, shoetrees and shoe racks help organize and will keep your remaining clothes in better condition for longer.

From Forbes

She found the Wizard of Oz, who was planting shoetrees in the garden, and when she told him Inga's story he willingly agreed to accompany the little girl to the Nome King's caverns.

From Project Gutenberg

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