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Wellington boot
or wellington boot
noun
- a leather boot with the front part of the top extending above the knee.
- a rubber or water-repellent leather boot extending to the knee or somewhat below it.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of Wellington boot1
First recorded in 1810–20; after the 1st Duke of Wellington
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Example Sentences
This man, who wore a velveteen coat and one wellington boot, boasted the historical name of Colonna.
From Project Gutenberg
Outside the window the upper-leather of a Wellington-boot was usually hung, pegged to a board as if to dry.
From Project Gutenberg
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