Ghillie (Noun)
Meaning
A shoe without a tongue and with decorative lacing up the instep.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The traditional Scottish ghillie is a type of shoe that is often worn with formal Highland dress.
- Ghillies are characterized by their lack of a tongue and the decorative lacing that runs up the instep.
- The dancer's ghillies were beautifully crafted with intricate brogue detailing and colorful lacing.
- Ghillies are typically made from leather or suede and have a soft, supple finish.
- As part of her Highland dancing outfit, Sarah wore a pair of ghillies with bright blue lacing that matched her kilt.