Associations to the word «Shoehorn»
Wiktionary
SHOEHORN, noun. A tool used to assist putting the foot into a shoe by sliding the heel in.
SHOEHORN, noun. (derogatory) Anything by which a transaction is facilitated; a medium.
SHOEHORN, noun. (obsolete) Anything which draws on or allures; an inducement.
SHOEHORN, verb. (literally) To use a shoehorn.
SHOEHORN, verb. (transitive) To force (something) into (a tight space); to squeeze (something) into (a schedule, etc); to exert great effort to insert or include (something).
Dictionary definition
SHOEHORN, noun. A device used for easing the foot into a shoe.
SHOEHORN, verb. Fit for a specific purpose even when not well suited.
Wise words
Always aim at complete harmony of thought and word and deed.
Always aim at purifying your thoughts and everything will be
well.