PATTEN


Meaning of PATTEN in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈpa-t ə n ]

noun

Etymology: Middle English patin, from Anglo-French, from pate paw, hoof, from Vulgar Latin * patta, of imitative origin

Date: 14th century

: a clog, sandal, or overshoe often with a wooden sole or metal device to elevate the foot and increase the wearer's height or aid in walking in mud

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