Definition and meaning of English word "shoes"
shoes
/ʃuːz/
Meaning
Verbthird-person singular simple present indicative of shoe.
How to use
The verb 'shoes' is a rather uncommon form, typically used in third-person singular simple present indicative. A common learner mistake is to confuse it with the noun 'shoes'. For example, 'He shoes the horse.'
🇬🇧 English
shoes
Example
Get your shoes on now, or you'll be late for school.
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Common phrases
- shoe a horse— to fit a horse with shoes
- shoe leather— leather used for making shoes
- on a shoestring— with very little money
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Frequency rank: #1183 in English
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the English word "shoes" mean?▼
The English word "shoes" means "shoes" in English.
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