ironshoes
nounUK /ˈaɪən ʃuːz/
US /ˈaɪərn ʃuːz/
Iron shoes are very heavy shoes made of metal that people in old stories sometimes wore.
The giant in the story wore ironshoes that clanked loudly with every step.
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2. Metal plates nailed to the bottom of a horse's hoof to protect it.
The farrier fitted the horse with new ironshoes before the long ride.
3. Sturdy shoes with iron plates or studs used for walking on rough or slippery ground.
The hikers laced up their ironshoes before climbing the icy trail.
4. In folklore, shoes made of iron said to be worn by witches, giants, or pilgrims on long journeys.
Legend says the old woman walked for years in ironshoes until they wore away.