shoehorn; shoeing-horn

shoehorn; shoeing-horn is a   Noun

Definition:

[1] A curved piece of polished horn, wood, or metal used to facilitate the entrance of the foot into a shoe.

[2] Figuratively:

[3] Anything by which a transaction is facilitated; a medium; -- by way of contempt. Spectator.

[4] Anything which draws on or allures; an inducement. [Low] Beau & Fl.

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