Clue Analysis

Who knew your hands had shoes? Well, sort of. 😉
Have you any guesses for the clue “Word that, in German, translates directly to "hand shoe"” in the NYT Mini (August 01, 2024)? Let’s check some hints.
Hint 1: Think about something you wear on your hands to keep them warm or protected.
Hint 2: It has fingers.
Hint 3: It’s often paired with a coat in winter.
Spoiler alert. If you want to think about the answer, try not to scroll down any further.
The clue is a playful way to define the word “GLOVE”. In German, the word for “glove” is “Handschuh”, which literally translates to “hand shoe”. This is a fun fact about the word that crossword constructors often use to create interesting clues.
The Answer is:
GLOVE

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