ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Blakey

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Blakey is a noun meaning A metal stud or plate fixed to the sole or heel of a shoe to prevent excessive wear.

Meaning

A metal stud or plate fixed to the sole or heel of a shoe to prevent excessive wear.

Example Sentences

She wouldn't actually bring the shoes herself, but she would drive down with any complaints or remarks. I was expected to know instantly […] which pair she meant out of a sackful, and be able to suggest rubber heels, or a blakey, or whatever she would like.

Word Forms

Synonyms for blakey

Depending on context, synonyms include seg.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include heelplate, toeplate, shoe, creeper, shank-iron, heelpiece.

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