plimsoll

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Noun 1.2.1 Synonyms 1.2.2 Related terms

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[edit] Etymology

From Samuel Plimsoll, a Bristol merchant.

[edit] Noun

plimsoll (plural plimsolls)

1. (British) A rubber-soled lace-up canvas shoe for sports or onboard ships; a precursor of trainers.

[edit] Synonyms

• daps, pumps (plural)

[edit] Related terms

• To etymology: Plimsoll line
• To etymology: Plimsoll mark