What is "shoehorn" in English? Definition and Explanations

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What does shoehorn mean in English? Meaning of shoehorn definition and abbreviation with examples.

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What is "shoehorn" in English? Definition and Explanations

Meaning of "shoehorn": a device used for easing the foot into a shoe

Noun

  • Meaning: a device used for easing the foot into a shoe
  • Synonyms: shoehorn
  • Hypernyms: device
  • Pronunciation in US: /ˈʃuːˌhɔɹn/

    Pronunciation in UK: /ˈʃuːˌhɔː(ɹ)n/

    Meaning of "shoehorn": fit for a specific purpose even when not well suited

    Verb

  • Meaning: fit for a specific purpose even when not well suited
  • Synonyms: shoehorn
  • Hypernyms: accommodate adapt
  • Pronunciation in US: /ˈʃuːˌhɔɹn/

    Pronunciation in UK: /ˈʃuːˌhɔː(ɹ)n/

    Synonyms:

    fill in, introduce, stick, enter, implant, include, embed, inject, intrude, set, interlope, interpose, interpolate, infuse, admit, insinuate, place, interject, obtrude, inlay, infix, root, instill, imbed, intercalate, drag in, lug in, pop in, shove in, squeeze in, work in,

    Antonyms:

    erase, dislodge, forget, leave alone, displace, remove, halt, take out, withdraw,

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