cowboy boot

noun

: a boot made with a high arch, a high Cuban heel, and usually fancy stitching

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In addition to the urn, which was shaped as cowboy boots, a number of his medals were stolen as well. David Chiu, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026 Style it with cowboy boots for a full boho-western aesthetic, or wear it casually with sandals. Kenedee Fowler, Southern Living, 1 July 2026 Thanks to their practicality and versatility, there are thousands of gorgeous cowboy boots today made in Paris, France and Milan, Italy. Faran Krentcil, InStyle, 1 July 2026 Suggestions range from maxi skirts and kitten heels to oversized blazers and cowboy boots. Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 15 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for cowboy boot

Word History

First Known Use

1884, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of cowboy boot was in 1884

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“Cowboy boot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cowboy%20boot. Accessed 5 Jul. 2026.

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