Welly
(noun)
A type of waterproof boot, typically made of rubber and reaching above the ankle, worn especially in wet weather.
Origin:
Slang, short for wellington boot.
Examples:
- She put on her wellies before going out to walk in the rain.
- Wellies are a must-have for a festival-goer, especially if the weather forecast is not favorable.
- The farmer's wellies were caked in mud after a long day working in the field.
- The wellies were a practical and comfortable footwear option for wet and muddy conditions.
- Wellies were also popular with children and were often seen as a fun and playful footwear option.