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sling·back

or sling-back  (slĭng′băk′)
n.
A shoe with a strap that wraps around the back of the heel.
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sling′-back`

or sling′back`,



n.
a woman's shoe with an open back and a strap or sling encircling the heel of the foot to keep the shoe secure.
[1945–50]
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