Boot-black
noun
noun ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Noun
- 1 Alternative spelling of bootblack. alt-of, alternative
"“Thank you,” said Frank; “now you had better brush your own shoes.” This had not occurred to Dick, for in general the professional boot-black considers his blacking too valuable to expend on his own shoes or boots, if he is fortunate enough to possess a pair."
Example
More examples"“Thank you,” said Frank; “now you had better brush your own shoes.” This had not occurred to Dick, for in general the professional boot-black considers his blacking too valuable to expend on his own shoes or boots, if he is fortunate enough to possess a pair."
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