Definition of shoehorns:
(n) :
A smooth tool that assists in putting the foot into a shoe, by sliding the heel in after the toe is in place.
(v) :
(transitive, figuratively) To force (something) into (a tight space); to squeeze (something) into (a schedule, etc); to exert great effort to insert or include (something); to include (something) despite potent reasons not to.
(n) :
(derogatory) Anything by which a transaction is facilitated; a medium.
(v) :
(transitive, figurative) To force some current event into alignment with some (usually unconnected) agenda, especially when it is fallacious.
(v) :
(literally) To use a shoehorn.
(n) :
(obsolete) Anything which draws on or allures; an inducement.