gaiter

/ˈgeɪdər/
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Other forms: gaiters

Definitions of gaiter
  1. noun
    a cloth covering (a legging) that covers the instep and ankles
    synonyms: spat
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    type of:
    leg covering, legging, leging
    a garment covering the leg (usually extending from the knee to the ankle)
  2. noun
    legging consisting of a cloth or leather covering for the leg from the knee to the ankle
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    type of:
    leg covering, legging, leging
    a garment covering the leg (usually extending from the knee to the ankle)
  3. noun
    a shoe covering the ankle with elastic gores in the sides
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    type of:
    shoe
    footwear shaped to fit the foot (below the ankle) with a flexible upper of leather or plastic and a sole and heel of heavier material
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