Answer: hobnail

AnswerCrossword Clue
HOBNAILThick-headed fastener
HOBNAILBit of protection for the soles of heavy boots
HOBNAILBoot stud
HOBNAILIt protects a boot sole
HOBNAILHeavy sole fastener
HOBNAILBoot-sole protector
HOBNAILItem on a boat sole.
HOBNAILStud on a sole
HOBNAILSole saver
HOBNAILBoot-sole reinforcer
hobnailsmall allover pattern consisting of small tufts, as on fabrics, or of small studs, as on glass
hobnaillarge-headed nail for protecting the soles of heavy boots and shoes
hobnailto furnish with broad headed short nails