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espadrille
noun
es·pa·drille
ˈe-spə-ˌdril
: a sandal usually having a fabric upper and a flexible sole
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The espadrille platform is dressier than flats and adds tropical flair to any outfit.
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Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 21 Jan. 2025
Studded linen sandals, striped Mary Jane espadrilles, and the retro Isla wedges that wouldn’t look out of place on a vintage Italian postcard round out the offering.
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Freya Drohan, Vogue, 18 Oct. 2024
Even if Anna Wintour herself invites us to continue wearing sailor espadrilles or even if Sienna Miller continues to wear her most summery sandals.
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Arancha Gamo, Glamour, 8 Sep. 2024
Pack these espadrilles that are 60 percent off and go with everything from leggings for sightseeing to a dress for a night out.
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Kelsey Glennon, Travel + Leisure, 3 Nov. 2024
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Word History
Etymology
French, alteration of espardille, ultimately from Latin spartum
First Known Use
1892, in the meaning defined above
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“Espadrille.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/espadrille. Accessed 7 Feb. 2025.
Kids Definition
espadrille
noun
es·pa·drille
ˈes-pə-ˌdril
: a shoe with a cloth upper and often with a rope braid around the edge
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