sandal

noun

san·​dal ˈsan-dᵊl 

1

: a shoe consisting of a sole strapped to the foot

2

: a low-cut shoe that fastens by an ankle strap

3

: a strap to hold on a slipper or low shoe

4

: a rubber overshoe cut very low

sandaled adjective

or less commonly sandalled

ˈsan-dᵊld 

Examples of sandal in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

And, as someone who cannot bear the thought of wearing open-toe shoes at the airport, these Rothy espadrille flats feel like breathable sandals, while still keeping feet protected and supported. —Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 4 Mar. 2026

Ratajkowski completed the look with all-black accessories, carrying a rectangular shoulder bag and $920 strappy sandals, both from the luxury brand. —Meg Walters, InStyle, 4 Mar. 2026

For beachside strolls or a round of tiki drinks, layer on a lightweight bamboo cotton coverup and slip into these easy flat sandals to pull the whole look together. —Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 4 Mar. 2026

In a world where granny sandals top the trend charts, the arrival of velvet sandals makes all the sense in the world. —Ana Serrano, Glamour, 28 Feb. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin sandalium, from Greek sandalion, diminutive of sandalon sandal

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for sandal

• candle
• handle
• scandal
• vandal
• panhandle

Kids Definition

sandal

noun

san·​dal ˈsan-dᵊl 

: a shoe consisting of a sole strapped to the foot