bareheaded and barefoot; in poverty; unrestrained
Meanings
2 senses · 5 examplesadjective
bareheaded and barefoot; dressed in rags due to poverty
literaryOriginally describes physical appearance; often implies extreme poverty or destitution. Literary usage.
The beggar, bareheaded and barefoot, huddled in the corner, shivering.
He was bareheaded and barefoot, dressed in rags, clearly having gone without food or warmth for many days.
adjective
unrestrained and casual in behavior; not bound by convention or etiquette
literaryDescribes a free, uninhibited lifestyle or attitude, often with positive connotations of naturalness, though can imply casualness to the point of sloppiness.
He sat bareheaded and barefoot, sitting cross-legged with knees spread, completely disregarding formal etiquette.
The ancients wandered bareheaded and barefoot among the mountains and waters, enjoying themselves immensely.
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At home, he goes bareheaded and barefoot, completely relaxed and spontaneous.