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Jackboot: meaning, definitions and examples

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jackboot

 

[ หˆjakหŒboอžot ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

military footwear

A jackboot is a type of military boot made of leather, extending up to the knee, which was historically worn by soldiers. It is often associated with authoritarian regimes and has connotations of oppression and totalitarianism. The style is characterized by a high shaft and a buckle or strap. While once practical for marching and combat, the term has evolved to symbolize the harshness of regimes that use militaristic power. Jackboots have been prominently referenced in literature and media as symbols of fascism and dictatorship.

Synonyms

knee-high boot, military boot

Examples of usage

  • The soldiers marched in their heavy jackboots.
  • He recognized the sound of jackboots echoing down the hall.
  • The image of the jackboot was used to signify oppression.
  • During the rally, people dressed in jackboots gathered.
  • The film depicted a time when jackboots ruled the streets.

Translations

Translations of the word "jackboot" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น botas de cano alto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเฅˆเค•เคฌเฅ‚เคŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Stiefel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ sepatu bot

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั‡ะพะฑะพั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ buty za kostkฤ™

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ธใƒฃใƒƒใ‚ฏใƒ–ใƒผใƒ„

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท bottes ร  tige haute

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ botas de caรฑa alta

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท bota

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์žฅํ™”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญุฐุงุก ุนุณูƒุฑูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ boty

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ฤiลพmy

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ซ˜็ญ’้ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ฤevlji

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ stรญgvettir

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐัˆะผะฐะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฏแƒแƒงแƒ‘แƒฃแƒขแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ cins รงษ™kmษ™lษ™ri

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ botas de caรฑa alta

Etymology

The term 'jackboot' originated in the early 16th century, evolving from the Middle Dutch word 'jakoboot', which referenced a type of boot worn by soldiers. Its usage gained prominence during the 17th century, particularly as European nations increased their military presence and emphasized uniformity in soldier attire. By the 19th century, jackboots became synonymous with the militaristic culture of that era, especially in Prussian and other German armies. The association of jackboots with authoritarian regimes, particularly in the 20th century, solidified its negative connotation when linked to fascism and oppressive military rule. Writers and artists have used the imagery of the jackboot to illustrate the dangers of totalitarianism, making it a powerful symbol in political discourse.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,576, 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.