Vamp

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1 English 1.1 Noun 1.1.1 Etymology 1.2 Verb

English

Noun

vamp

1. The part of a boot or shoe above the sole and welt, and in front of the ankle seam; an upper.
2. A flirtatious, seductive woman.
3. (rare) A volunteer fireman.

Etymology

From pes foot via avanpié (avan + pié ) before foot

Verb

vamp

1. apply a vamp
2. patch, repair