Boot: meaning, definitions and examples

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boot

 

[ buหt ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

footwear

A sturdy item of footwear covering the foot and the ankle, with a sturdy sole and a thick heel.

Synonyms

footgear, footwear, shoe

Examples of usage

  • I need to buy a new pair of boots for the winter.
  • She wore a pair of leather boots to the party.
Context #2 | Verb

starting

To start up a computer by loading an operating system or program.

Synonyms

initialize, launch, start up

Examples of usage

  • I will boot up the computer and check my emails.
  • Don't forget to boot your laptop before the presentation.

Translations

Translations of the word "boot" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น bota

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเฅ‚เคคเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Stiefel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sepatu bot

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‡ะตั€ะตะฒะธะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ but

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ–ใƒผใƒ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท botte

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ bota

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bot

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ถ€์ธ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุฐุงุก ุทูˆูŠู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bota

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ฤiลพma

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ดๅญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลกkorenj

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ stรญgvรฉl

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะตั‚ั–ะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฉแƒ”แƒฅแƒ›แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ รงษ™kmษ™

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ bota

Etymology

The word 'boot' has a long history dating back to the 14th century. It originated from the Old French word 'bote' which meant a piece of armor for the leg. Over time, the meaning evolved to include footwear that covers the foot and ankle. Boots have been worn for centuries for protection and style, with various designs and materials used. The verb form of 'boot' in the context of starting up a computer emerged in the mid-20th century with the rise of technology.

See also: booties, bootleg, bootlegger, bootlicker, boots, booty, freebooter, reboot.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,491 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.