Plural of ghillie; multiple Scottish fishing or hunting guides, or a type of lightweight plimsoll shoe with laces.
From ghillie plus the English plural suffix -s. The shoe meaning likely derives from the practical footwear worn by ghillies themselves for silent stalking.
Ghillie shoes (also called ghillie brogues) are beloved by dancers and martial artists because the soft sole and laces let your feet move naturally—they're especially popular in Scottish Highland dancing competitions.
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