buskin
Noun
Meaning
A strong, protecting covering for the foot, coming some distance up the leg.
A similar covering for the foot and leg, made with very thick soles, to give an appearance of elevation to the stature; -- worn by tragic actors in ancient Greece and Rome. Used as a symbol of tragedy, or the tragic drama, as distinguished from comedy.
Source: Webster's dictionarySynonyms
combat boot
desert boot
top boot
patten
moccasin
hosiery
legging
boot
outfit
sock
sandal
blucher
tragedy
cinematography
high-low
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