sandal

noun

san·​dal ˈsan-dᵊl 

1

: a shoe consisting of a sole strapped to the foot

2

: a low-cut shoe that fastens by an ankle strap

3

: a strap to hold on a slipper or low shoe

4

: a rubber overshoe cut very low

sandaled adjective

or less commonly sandalled

ˈsan-dᵊld 

Examples of sandal in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Once you’re done at the beach, step into a pair of jeweled sandals, then add statement earrings and a clutch for a dinner-ready look. Love a great deal? —Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 6 Mar. 2025

Sleek Flats: The Feminine Finish For a soft, elegant touch, flat mules or strappy sandals are the perfect pairing with wide-leg pants, as these delicate styles contrast beautifully with oversized silhouettes, adding a hint of polish without overpowering. —Ruhama Wolle, Glamour, 5 Mar. 2025

For footwear, Rodo presented a complimentary collection that featured bows, big and small, on pumps, sandals, cowboy boots and ankle boots. —Stephen Garner, WWD, 3 Mar. 2025

Last month she was spotted in Los Angeles, rocking a thick pair of green platform sandals, with a green dress, a Valentino bag and pops of pink in her look. —Lauryn Jiles, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin sandalium, from Greek sandalion, diminutive of sandalon sandal

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for sandal

• candle
• handle
• scandal
• vandal
• panhandle

Kids Definition

sandal

noun

san·​dal ˈsan-dᵊl 

: a shoe consisting of a sole strapped to the foot