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to boot

idiom
Meaning

In addition, besides, also.


Origin

disputed origin

From Middle English to bote (“something added to, addition”), from Old English tō bōte (“to boot, besides, moreover”). See boot (“profit, gain, remedy”).

Examples
SIMPLE

The car is cheap and it is fast to boot.

CONTEXTUAL

The new apartment is close to the subway, and it has a beautiful view to boot.

COMPLEX

The candidate possessed an impressive academic record and, to boot, brought over a decade of relevant professional experience to the leadership team.

Anchors to
Related idioms4entries
  1. 01

    boot camp

    Any short, often intensive course of training.

  2. 02

    get the boot

    To be dismissed from employment.

  3. 03

    give someone the boot

    To fire, sack, or eject someone.

  4. 04

    put the boot in

    To kick a fallen opponent.

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