cowboy boot

noun

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

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On and off the screen, they can be seen in getups composed of skin-tight bootie shorts, instantly recognizable white cowboy boots, deep-blue cropped blouses, and high-shine pom poms. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 29 July 2026 Five days prior to the Ohio visit, Freddy slipped on a pair of cowboy boots for a special occasion. — Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 July 2026 Pair them with a baby tee, crochet top, or bikini and finish the look with sneakers or cowboy boots for an easy, on-trend ensemble. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 17 July 2026 The level of detail of making a film like this is… Color of the cowboy boots. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 13 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for cowboy boot

Word History

First Known Use

1884, in the meaning defined above

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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 2 Aug. 2026.

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