Shoehorn
(noun)
A tool, typically made of plastic or metal, used to help insert the foot into a tight-fitting shoe by holding the back of the shoe open while the foot is inserted.
Origin:
From shoe + horn.
Examples:
- He used a shoehorn to put on his shoes.
- The shoehorn made it easier to put on the tight-fitting shoes.
- A shoehorn can be used to prevent damage to the back of shoes.
- A shoehorn is a handy tool for people with limited mobility.
- A shoehorn can be made of plastic, metal, or even bone.