Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

shoelace

noun
/ˈʃuː.leɪs/
Definition
A strip of material used for fastening shoes.
Examples
  • He tied his shoelaces before leaving the house.
  • Her colorful shoelaces added a fun touch to her sneakers.
  • Make sure to double-knot your shoelaces so they don’t come undone.
Meaning
A shoelace is a cord or string that you pass through the eyelets of a shoe to secure it on your foot.
Synonyms
  • lace
  • cord
  • string
  • tie