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plimsoll

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Pronunciation:/ˈplɪms(ə)l/
(also plimsole)

noun

British
  • a light rubber-soled canvas shoe, worn especially for sports

Origin:

late 19th century: probably from the resemblance of the side of the sole to a  Plimsoll line

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