Definition of "slingback" [slingback]

• A shoe with a strap that wraps around the back of the heel. (noun)

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• "For the occasion she donned a wrinkled and ruched fuchsia and black dress with slingback heels."
• "She accessorized with slingback, peep-toe heels and silver jewelry."
• "The actress paired her legwear with a belted, (what-looks-like) leather, black dress and slingback, peep-toe heels."