Wellies: meaning, definitions and examples
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wellies
[ ˈwɛliz ]
footwear
Wellies are rubber boots worn to keep the feet dry in wet weather. They are typically knee-high and waterproof, making them ideal for walking in muddy conditions.
Synonyms
galoshes, rain boots, rubber boots.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
| Word | Description / Examples |
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| wellies |
Commonly used in British English to refer to waterproof boots. Often used casually and informally.
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| rubber boots |
Focuses on the material of the boots. Used interchangeably with rain boots but can also imply industrial uses or gardening.
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| galoshes |
Refers to rubber overshoes worn over regular shoes to protect them from rain and mud. It has an old-fashioned or slightly formal tone.
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| rain boots |
Generic term for waterproof boots worn in the rain, used more commonly in American English. Can be used in any formal or informal context.
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Examples of usage
- I put on my wellies before going out in the rain.
- She wore her wellies while gardening to protect her feet from getting wet and dirty.
Translations
Translations of the word "wellies" in other languages:
🇵🇹 galochas
🇮🇳 रबर के जूते
🇩🇪 Gummistiefel
🇮🇩 sepatu bot karet
🇺🇦 гумові чоботи
🇵🇱 kalosze
🇯🇵 長靴 (ながぐつ)
🇫🇷 bottes en caoutchouc
🇪🇸 botas de goma
🇹🇷 lastik çizmeler
🇰🇷 고무 장화
🇸🇦 أحذية مطاطية
🇨🇿 holínky
🇸🇰 čižmy
🇨🇳 雨靴 (yǔxuē)
🇸🇮 gumijasti škornji
🇮🇸 gúmmístígvél
🇰🇿 резеңке етік
🇬🇪 რეზინის ჩექმები
🇦🇿 rezin çəkmələr
🇲🇽 botas de hule
Etymology
The term 'wellies' is a colloquial British English term derived from the brand name 'Wellington boots'. These boots were named after Arthur Wellesley, the first Duke of Wellington, who popularized their use as practical footwear. Originally made of leather, the design evolved to include rubber for waterproofing, leading to the modern wellies we know today.