clogs

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Not that it was any distinction to wear clogs in Haworth, everyone had them; but the baby's feet were so tiny, and she was so eager to show her new possession, that the clogs were as much noticed as though never before seen.

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  1. noun An obstruction or hindrance.
  2. noun A weight, such as a block, attached to the leg of an animal to hinder movement.
  3. noun A heavy, usually wooden-soled shoe.
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  • I adopted clogs from a Danish friend a decade ago, so while I'm not sporting a swish, I'm a long way from stilettos.
  • Standing in the middle of the stage was a young blond wearing pigtails, clogs, and a short summer dress. —  ActOfTreason
  • The prints of her Mary Janes and backless clogs were all over the place, making mischief. —  Futures Imperfect
  • It amused him that Grey was naked but for pathetically patched short pants and wooden clogs, and a Tank Corps beret that was green and solid with tropic mold. —  Clavell - King Rat
  • The oil filter then clogs, and the increase in oil pressure alerts the user that there is something wrong.
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