gaiter

Definition of Gaiter in English :

1. gaiter, spat

a cloth covering (a legging) that covers the instep and ankles

2. gaiter

a shoe covering the ankle with elastic gores in the sides

3. gaiter

legging consisting of a cloth or leather covering for the leg from the knee to the ankle

WordNet Lexical Database for English. Princeton University. 2010.

Gaiter

noun (often plural)

1.

a cloth or leather covering for the leg or ankle buttoned on one side and usually strapped under the foot

2. Also called: spat

a similar covering extending from the ankle to the instep

3.

a waterproof covering for the ankle worn by climbers and walkers to prevent snow, mud, or gravel entering over the top of the boot

noun

1.

a cloth or leather covering for the instep and ankle, and, sometimes, the calf of the leg; spat or legging

2. US

a shoe with elastic in the sides and no lacing

3. US

a high overshoe with cloth upper

n.

1.

a. A heavy cloth or leather covering for the leg extending from the instep to the ankle or knee.

b. A similar covering of moisture-resistant fabric, used by skiers and hikers.

2. An ankle-high shoe with elastic sides.

3. An overshoe with a cloth top.

4. A tubular collar fitting closely around the neck, often worn by skiers.