gumshoe

• Существительное с двумя различными значениями: может обозначать детектива или водонепроницаемый башмак, надеваемый поверх обуви для защиты от воды или снега.

A noun with two distinct meanings: it can refer to a detective, or to a waterproof overshoe worn to protect shoes from water or snow.

1. B2informalamerican

   A slang term for a detective, especially a private investigator.

   Сыщик

   • The gumshoe followed the suspect through the crowded streets.
   • He worked as a gumshoe for a small agency.
   • The old gumshoe solved the case with his sharp instincts.

   Synonymsdetectivedickhawkshawinvestigatorprivate eyeshamussleuth

2. Waterproof overshoeB1formalamerican

   A rubber or plastic overshoe worn over regular shoes to keep them dry in wet or snowy weather.

   Резиновый башмак

   • She put on her gumshoes before stepping out into the rain.
   • Gumshoes are essential for walking in slushy conditions.
   • He bought a pair of gumshoes to protect his leather shoes.

   Synonymsgaloshovershoerubber