History of Shoes vocab

Affluent

• Having a great deal of money; wealthy.

• Living in poverty; lacking basic necessities.

• Struggling financially; in debt.

• Moderately wealthy; comfortable but not rich.

Trainers

• A type of athletic shoe or sneaker commonly used in the UK.

• A term for personal fitness instructors.

• A brand of sports equipment.

• A type of running exercise.

Platforms

• Shoes with thick soles that elevate the heel significantly above the front of the shoe.

• Shoes designed for running on various terrains.

• Casual footwear made from canvas or leather.

• Formal shoes with a low heel.

Shoes

• Footwear designed to protect and comfort the human foot.

• A type of clothing worn on the upper body.

• An accessory used to enhance fashion.

• A type of headwear for protection against the sun.

Hypothermia

• A condition where the body overheats due to excessive heat production.

• A condition in which the body loses heat faster than it can produce it, resulting in dangerously low body temperature.

• A state of normal body temperature regulation.

• A condition caused by excessive exposure to sunlight.

Latchet Shoes

• Shoes with ties or laces, often used historically in Europe.

• Shoes made of rubber for outdoor activities.

• Formal shoes without any laces or ties.

• Sandals that are typically worn in summer.

Frostbite

• Injury to body tissue caused by extreme cold, often affecting the fingers and toes.

• A condition caused by overheating of the body, leading to heat exhaustion.

• A skin condition characterized by excessive dryness and flaking.

• An allergic reaction to cold temperatures, resulting in hives.

User Comfort

• The degree to which a product meets the needs and desires of the user, particularly regarding ease of use and satisfaction.

• The amount of time a user spends learning how to use a product.

• The visual appeal of a product's design and layout.

• The technical specifications and features of a product.

Artistry

• The ability to create something using technology.

• The creative skill or ability involved in making something, especially in a visual or performing art.

• A method of analyzing artistic works.

• The study of historical art movements.

Straights

• Shoes made without consideration for the specific shape of the left or right foot.

• Shoes designed specifically for left and right feet.

• Shoes that are only suitable for formal occasions.

• Shoes that are made from recycled materials.