Meaning of the word patten in English

What does patten mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

patten

US /ˈpæt.ən/
UK /ˈpæt.ən/

Noun

a wooden or metal support, especially one attached to a shoe to raise the wearer above mud or water

Example:
In medieval times, people wore pattens to protect their shoes from the muddy streets.
The old museum displayed several examples of historical pattens.