Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fill someone's shoes
idiom
/fɪl ˈsʌmˌwʌnz ʃuz/
Definition
To take over the responsibilities or role of someone else, often in a skillful or competent manner.
Examples
- After the manager retired, it was challenging to fill his shoes, but the new employee rose to the occasion.
- Many wondered if the young athlete could fill the shoes of the legendary player who had left the team.
Meaning
This phrase suggests the ability to perform well in someone else’s position, especially when that person is regarded as skilled or capable.
Synonyms
- take over
- step into someone’s role
- cover for someone
- replace
