cowboy boot

A high-arched boot with a high Cuban heel and usually ornamental stitching.

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cow′boy boot`

a boot with a chunky slanted heel, usu. pointed toe, and decorative stitching or tooling.

[1890–95]

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cowboy boot - a boot with a high arch and fancy stitching; worn by American cowboys

boot - footwear that covers the whole foot and lower leg

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