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| gai·ter [ gáytər ] (plural gai·ters) |
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1. leg covering: a strip of fabric, leather, or waterproof material covering the leg from the instep to either the ankle or the knee. Modern gaiters are usually made of waterproof fabric and are worn by climbers, walkers, and skiers.
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2. elasticized shoe: an ankle-high shoe with elastic at the sides and no laces
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3. overshoe: an overshoe with a fabric top
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| [Early 18th century. < French guêtre] |
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 gai·tered adjective |
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