noun
low geta; garden clogs
A type of low wooden clog historically worn when cleaning the garden or doing outdoor chores. Now mostly a historical or traditional item; compare 駒下駄 (こまげた).
See also: 駒下駄 (こまげた)
祖母は庭掃除のときに馬下駄を履いていた。
My grandmother wore low geta when cleaning the garden.
馬下駄は駒下駄と似ているが、より低く作られている。
Uma-geta are similar to koma-geta, but are made lower.
下駄 is the general term for wooden clogs; 馬下駄 is a specific low type.
Compound of 馬 (uma, 'horse') and 下駄 (geta, 'wooden clogs'). The exact origin of the 'horse' element is uncertain; it may refer to the low, sturdy shape suitable for stable or garden work.