saddle shoe

noun

1. an oxford with a saddle of contrasting color.

Word History and Origins

Origin of saddle shoe¹

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

I wiped my eyes, and then I saw blood running down my leg and onto my saddle shoe.

From Literature

Media bosses who don't know a saddle from a saddle shoe will suddenly get all goosebumpy.

From Los Angeles Times

Jimmy Zizmo, in a new cream-colored suit with yellow necktie, crosses his legs, jiggling one saddle shoe.

From Literature

Mr. Gumbs and Mr. Kissi, both 22, highlight specific themes — floral prints, the saddle shoe and so on — modeling them and detailing their history.

From New York Times