Shoelace (noun)

A lace or string used to fasten a shoe.

Origin:

The word "shoelace" is a combination of the words "shoe" and "lace" referring to a string or cord used to fasten a shoe.

Examples:

1. He was trying to tie his shoelaces.
2. She was wearing shoes with laces.
3. He had to replace his shoelaces.
4. The shoelace was untied.
5. He was wearing shoes with no shoelaces.