barefoot

Meanings

• Adjective (describing a state or condition)

  Walking or standing with no shoes on.

  - "She enjoys running barefoot on the beach."
  - "He was barefoot and wore only a loincloth."
  - "The athletes competed barefoot in the ancient Olympic Games."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈbɛɹfʊt/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=50699384"

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Synonyms

barefooted , discalced , shoeless , unshod , unshoed

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with barefoot
foot , moot , boot , fruit , shoot , mute

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Variants

List of all variants of barefoot that leads to same result
barefoot , barefooted

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Etymology

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Old English beorftū, from beorht (bright) + fōt (foot).

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Trivia

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1. Barefoot runners have been shown to have stronger feet and ankles than shod runners.

2. In some cultures, going barefoot is a sign of respect and humility.

3. The ancient Olympic Games were held barefoot.

4. Barefoot runners have a lower center of gravity, which can improve balance and stability.

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Related Concepts

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1. Barefoot running: A running technique that involves running without shoes. It is believed to improve foot strength, reduce injury risk, and improve running efficiency.

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Culture

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Barefoot is often associated with freedom, simplicity, and a connection to nature. In some cultures, going barefoot is a sign of respect or a religious practice. Barefoot runners have gained popularity in recent years for their improved biomechanics and injury prevention.

How to Memorize "barefoot"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine yourself walking on a sandy beach with the sun warming your bare feet.
   - Visualize the feeling of the grass between your toes.
   - Picture yourself standing on a cool stone surface, feeling the chill through your bare feet.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'barefoot' with freedom and nature.
   - Think of the feeling of sand between your toes when you hear the word.
   - Connect the word with the sensation of being unencumbered by shoes.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'B Are FooT' to remember the definition (Barefoot = walking without shoes).
   - Create a mental image of someone walking barefoot to remember the word.

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