outsole

noun

out·​sole ˈau̇t-ˌsōl How to pronounce outsole (audio)
: the outside sole of a boot or shoe

Examples of outsole in a Sentence

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More to love: A grooved outsole provides traction on slick sidewalks. Adam Mansuroglu, WWD, 1 Nov. 2024 The flat heel combined with a flexible outsole and soft insole makes walking in these loafers effortless, and the knit detailing on them prevents your feet from feeling hot and adds some fun texture to the shoe. Kelsey Fredricks, Travel + Leisure, 31 Oct. 2024 The thick rubber outsole kept testers safe from sharp rocks, ice, and water seepage. Svati Kirsten Narula, Outside Online, 25 Oct. 2024 This best-seller from the brand is built for stability, with a minimal heel lift and a rubber outsole for extra grip. Sarah Madaus, SELF, 22 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for outsole 

Word History

First Known Use

1884, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of outsole was in 1884

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“Outsole.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outsole. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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