galosch — meaning in English

English meaning

• galosh noun An overshoe or boot worn in wet weather:
• gumshoe noun A private detective (originally so called because rubber-soled shoes let them move quietly).

Senses

galosch is used for these senses in English:

• galosh (British) A waterproof overshoe used to provide protection from rain or snow.
• gumshoe A sneaker or rubber overshoe. [from mid 19th c.]

galosh — full definition

1. noun An overshoe or boot worn in wet weather:
2. noun A waterproof overshoe used to provide protection from rain or snow.
3. noun A waterproof rubber boot, intended to be worn in wet or muddy conditions.
4. noun A gaiter, or legging, covering the upper part of the shoe and part of the leg.

gumshoe — full definition

1. noun A private detective (originally so called because rubber-soled shoes let them move quietly).
2. noun A rubber overshoe or sneaker.
3. verb To work as a detective, especially by quietly trailing someone.

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