high-topped

Thân thiện

The child ties the laces on his high-topped sneakers.

Definition

Adjective: - Describing footwear, typically shoes or boots, that feature uppers (the part above the sole) which are notably tall or extend relatively high on the leg or ankle.

Usage

This adjective is used specifically to describe the physical characteristic of footwear. It is typically placed before the noun it modifies.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• The term is often associated with specific styles, such as "high-topped sneakers" (like classic basketball shoes) or "high-topped boots" (like combat or work boots).
• It can imply a functional benefit, such as increased ankle stability or protection.

Variants and Related Words

• High-top (noun or adjective): A common variant, often used as a noun to refer to the shoe style itself.
  • He bought new high-tops.
• Low-topped (adjective): The opposite, describing shoes with low uppers.

Synonyms

• High-ankle
• High-cut (often used for sneakers)

Notes

• "High-topped" is a compound adjective. Its meaning is specific to the domain of clothing and footwear.
• Do not confuse with unrelated terms containing "high," such as "high-top table" (a type of furniture).

Học thuật

Adjective

1. (of shoes or boots) having relatively high uppers

Từ đồng nghĩa

• high-top