blakeyEtymologyGenericized trademark of Blakey's Segs, a British brand of shoe protector, named after John Blakey, who invented them in 1880.blakey means A surname. Lexicurio rates it Sui generis — a strength score of 87 out of 100.nameA surname.nounA shoe protector (metal stud or plate affixed to the sole or heel of a shoe to prevent excessive wear).“She wouldn't actually bring the shoes herself, but she would drive down with any complaints or remarks. I was expected to know instantly […] which pair she meant out of a sackful, and be able to suggest rubber heels, or a blakey, or whatever she would like.”