bootie

noun

boo·​tie

variant spelling of bootee

and less common spelling of booty entry 2

: a usually ankle-length boot, slipper, or sock
especially : an infant's knitted or crocheted sock

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Pair it with baggy jeans, pleated trousers, silky pants, or a denim maxi skirt, then finish the look with loafers, ballet flats, low-profile sneakers, or heeled booties. Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 16 Aug. 2026 What sets this style apart from other trends like cowboy boots or square-toe booties is the fact that there are a range of options currently on the market. Aemilia Madden, Glamour, 16 Aug. 2026 Meanwhile, a company has developed surf booties that claim to be barb-resistant — though swimmers are urged to still tread lightly to avoid trampling the rays. ABC News, 13 Aug. 2026 Bonvissuto keeps pet booties on hand (to prevent paws from burning), along with a cooling mat for a comfy place to rest. Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 11 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bootie

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“Bootie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bootie. Accessed 24 Aug. 2026.

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