Meaning of the word shoehorn in English
What does shoehorn mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
shoehorn
US /ˈʃuː.hɔːrn/
UK /ˈʃuː.hɔːn/
Noun
a device, typically a curved piece of metal or plastic, used for easing one's heel into a shoe
Example:
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He used a long shoehorn to put on his tight boots.
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Always keep a shoehorn by the door for convenience.
Verb
to force something into a space that is too small
Example:
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We had to shoehorn all our luggage into the tiny car.
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The director tried to shoehorn too many ideas into one film.