as in loots
valuables stolen or taken by force
no one knows where Captain Kidd hid his booty, but that hasn't deterred hopeful adventurers from looking for it for the last 300 years
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as in cheeks
the part of the body upon which someone sits
an oldie from the disco era that urged you to shake your booty
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Recent Examples of booties
Genevieve Cepeda, InStyle, 4 Mar. 2026
Spring weather can be temperamental, so a pair of these Ecco sneaker-booties is a solid choice.
—Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 2026
Ryan said Thursday that the man had been wearing orange booties issued by the county holding center, rather than proper shoes suitable for winter weather.
—Arkansas Online, 27 Feb. 2026
According to preliminary information, Shah Alam did not have shoes on, just orange booties from the detention center, when he was dropped off by agents, Ryan said.
—Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 27 Feb. 2026
Many Aguadilla surf spots have rocky or reefy bottoms, so consider wearing booties.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2026
This investment will fund essential supplies and care for Shelter to Soldier’s Morale Dogs Raider and Lady, including crates, beds, safety goggles, earmuffs, booties, turf pads, food, and medical provisions during their time aboard their respective naval ships.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
How to keep pets safe from frostbite According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals or ASPCA, pets and dogs can be susceptible to frostbite on their paws, ears, and tails so booties and paw protectants are recommended.
—Yi-Jin Yu, ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026
Consider getting pet-safe ice melts or dressing your furry friend up in booties.
—Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 23 Feb. 2026
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The great thing about pointed-toe booties is that they can be worn with jeans, trousers, and maxi skirts.
—Genevieve Cepeda, InStyle, 4 Mar. 2026
Spring weather can be temperamental, so a pair of these Ecco sneaker-booties is a solid choice.
—Anna Popp, Travel + Leisure, 3 Mar. 2026
Ryan said Thursday that the man had been wearing orange booties issued by the county holding center, rather than proper shoes suitable for winter weather.
—Arkansas Online, 27 Feb. 2026
According to preliminary information, Shah Alam did not have shoes on, just orange booties from the detention center, when he was dropped off by agents, Ryan said.
—Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 27 Feb. 2026
Many Aguadilla surf spots have rocky or reefy bottoms, so consider wearing booties.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 26 Feb. 2026
This investment will fund essential supplies and care for Shelter to Soldier’s Morale Dogs Raider and Lady, including crates, beds, safety goggles, earmuffs, booties, turf pads, food, and medical provisions during their time aboard their respective naval ships.
—News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Feb. 2026
How to keep pets safe from frostbite According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals or ASPCA, pets and dogs can be susceptible to frostbite on their paws, ears, and tails so booties and paw protectants are recommended.
—Yi-Jin Yu, ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026
Consider getting pet-safe ice melts or dressing your furry friend up in booties.
—Alexa Herrera, CBS News, 23 Feb. 2026
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“Booties.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/booties. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.
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