Tabis (Noun)
Meaning
A sock with a separation for the big toe; worn with thong sandals by the Japanese.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Traditional Japanese tabi socks have a separation for the big toe, allowing them to be worn with thong sandals.
- Tabi were originally worn by Japanese workers and artisans as a practical and comfortable alternative to traditional footwear.
- The wearer needs to secure the thong sandal between the big toe and the other toes while wearing tabi.
- When wearing geta sandals, Japanese people traditionally wear tabi socks to prevent chafing.
- In certain martial arts such as karate and judo, practitioners wear tabi socks for grip and support.