Hobnail: meaning, definitions and examples

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hobnail

 

[ หˆhษ’bneษชl ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

footwear term

A hobnail is a type of heavy-duty nail with a large, round head, typically used for reinforcing the soles of boots or shoes. This design helps provide traction and durability, making hobnailed footwear suitable for rugged terrains. Traditionally associated with military and work boots, hobnailed shoes have historical significance. They were commonly worn by soldiers and laborers to withstand harsh conditions.

Synonyms

nail, spike, stud

Examples of usage

  • The soldier wore hobnailed boots during training.
  • Her hobnail shoes gripped the muddy ground.
  • The vintage hobnailed boots are a collector's item.
  • He decided to join the hike wearing his hobnail footwear.

Translations

Translations of the word "hobnail" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น taco de ferro

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเฅ‹เค•เคฆเคพเคฐ เคจเคพเค–เฅ‚เคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Hobnail

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ paku berujung

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัˆะธะฟ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gwรณลบdลบ z wypustkami

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚นใ‚ฟใƒƒใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท clou ร  tรชte large

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ clavo de punta

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงivinin ucu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ชป

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุณู…ุงุฑ ุญุงุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hล™ebรญk s hroty

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ klinc s hrotmi

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้’‰ๅญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ลพebelj z izboklinami

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ nagli meรฐ oddi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัˆะตะณั–ั€ั‚ะบะต

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฌแƒ”แƒžแƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bucaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ clavo de punta

Etymology

The term 'hobnail' is derived from the combination of two Old English words: 'hob' meaning a type of shoe (or more generally, a form of footwear) and 'nail', referring to the metal spike used in construction and manufacturing. The use of hobnails dates back to at least the medieval period when heavy boots, reinforced with these special nails, became a practical solution for soldiers and laborers in tough environments. Hobnailed footwear was specifically designed to withstand rough surfaces and provided essential grip and support while walking in rugged terrains. Over the centuries, hobnailed boots became popular in various cultures, especially in military regiments and among those working in challenging outdoor conditions. The enduring design has made hobnailed footwear a timeless choice for durability and functionality.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,213, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.