Definition of alpargata in English:
alpargata
noun ˌalpɑːˈɡɑːtəˌalpərˈɡädə
A light canvas shoe with a plaited fibre sole; an espadrille.
Example sentencesExamples
- Once Brad Pitt is seen in alpargatas, all Argentines are going to put them on.
- Carpet-weaving and manufacture of givehs (canvas covered shoes like the Spanish alpargata in appearance) have long been carried on in the town.
- It was fun reading the AP report on one of my favorite gaucho things, alpargatas.
- He modeled his product after the alpargata but used brighter colors and different materials.
- The men of Otavalo wear three-quarter length white trousers, white alpargata shoes beneath them, flowing dark ponchos, and hats of differing sizes and colours.
Origin
Early 19th century: from Spanish.