flats
Definition
Noun 1. Footwear with no heel or a very low heel: A type of shoe, slipper, or sandal that lacks a raised heel, providing minimal elevation for the foot. * She prefers wearing flats to work because they are more comfortable than high heels. * I packed a pair of ballet flats for the long day of walking.
Usage
The word "flats" is a plural noun used to refer to this category of footwear in general. It is commonly used in contexts related to fashion, comfort, and casual or professional attire. * When discussing a single pair, you would still use the plural form: "I bought new flats." * To specify a single shoe, you would use "flat" (singular): "I can't find the other flat."
Examples
- For the dance rehearsal, all performers must wear black flats.
- These leather flats are both stylish and practical for travel.
- Heels are elegant, but flats are better for your posture during long periods of standing.
Advanced Usage
- "A pair of flats": The standard way to refer to one complete set of this footwear.
- She owns several pairs of flats in different colors.
- Used attributively (as a noun modifier) to describe a type of shoe.
- She was looking for a flats shoe that could also be dressed up.
Variants and Related Words
- Flat (adjective, noun): As an adjective, it describes something level or smooth. As a singular noun, it can refer to a single shoe of this type or, in British English, an apartment.
- Ballet flats: A specific, popular style of flats inspired by ballet slippers.
- Loafers: A type of flat, slip-on shoe, often made of leather.
- Espadrilles: Casual flats, often with a canvas upper and a rope sole.
Synonyms
- Flat shoes
- Low-heeled shoes
- Flatties (informal)
Antonyms
- Heels
- High heels
- Pumps
- Stilettos
Noun
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footwear (shoes or slippers) with no heel (or a very low heel)
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