boot
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for boot, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A sturdy shoe that covers the foot and part of the leg.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use boot
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French bote, "a high, thick shoe," of uncertain earlier origin. The computing sense of "boot" comes from "bootstrap" — the idea of a system pulling itself up "by its own bootstraps" to start running.
Full origin of boot →Frequently asked questions
What does “boot” mean?
The word “boot” means a sturdy shoe that covers the foot and part of the leg. In plain terms, a sturdy shoe, the storage compartment of a car (UK), or, as a verb, to kick someone out or to start up a computer.
How do you pronounce “boot”?
“Boot” is pronounced boot (/but/ in IPA).
How do you use “boot” in a sentence?
Here is “boot” used in a sentence: “She pulled on her hiking boots before setting off.”
What is another word for “boot”?
Words with a similar meaning to “boot” include buskin and mukluk.
What part of speech is “boot”?
Depending on how it is used, “boot” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “boot” come from?
The word “boot” comes from Old French. From Old French bote, "a high, thick shoe," of uncertain earlier origin. The computing sense of "boot" comes from "bootstrap" — the idea of a system pulling itself up "by its own bootstraps" to start running.
Is “boot” a common word?
“Boot” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “boot” have?
“Boot” has 6 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a sturdy shoe that covers the foot and part of the leg.
What is the difference between boot and trunk when talking about a car?
Boot and trunk both name the luggage storage compartment of a car. Boot is the British English term and trunk is the American English equivalent, so the choice depends on which variety of English you are using.
What is the difference between a boot and a shoe?
A boot is a sturdy type of footwear that covers the foot and part of the leg, whereas a shoe generally stops at or below the ankle. The extra coverage up the leg is what distinguishes a boot from an ordinary shoe.
Why does boot mean both footwear and part of a car?
In everyday English, boot has two distinct senses: a sturdy shoe covering the foot and part of the leg, and, in British English, the luggage compartment of a car. Context makes clear which is meant, as the two uses are unrelated in meaning.