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shoehorn

noun verb

A device used for easing the foot into a shoe

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Word Facts

Word length
8
Starts with
S
Ends with
N
Contains
HO
Scrabble score
14

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Pronunciation

ˈʃuːˌhɔː(ɹ)n

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Definitions

noun

  1. A device used for easing the foot into a shoe

verb

  1. Fit for a specific purpose even when not well suited

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