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Meaning of gumshoe

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

gumshoe

Pronunciation:/ˈɡʌm.ʃuː//ˈɡʌm.ʃuː/

noun

Definitions

  1. A sneaker or rubber overshoe.

  2. A detective.

    Synonyms:detectivedickprivate eyesleuth

verb

Definitions

  1. To act as a detective.