footwear

noun

foot·​wear ˈfu̇t-ˌwer How to pronounce footwear (audio)
: wearing apparel (such as shoes or boots) for the feet

Examples of footwear in a Sentence

sneakers, loafers, and other casual footwear
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To help with just that, REI kicked off its Presidents Day sale, dropping must-have deals on comfy clothes, travel bags, footwear, and more from some of your favorite outdoor gear brands. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 14 Feb. 2025 Treatments for excessive foot sweating may include good foot hygiene, breathable and moisture-wicking footwear, medications, or medical procedures. Heather Jones, Verywell Health, 12 Feb. 2025 The company remains focused on strategic initiatives to drive growth in key areas, including wholesale, footwear, women's, and direct-to-consumer businesses. Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 6 Feb. 2025 Avoid tight-fitting socks and shoes, and allow your feet and footwear to air out as much as possible. Sarah Bradley, Health, 6 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for footwear 

Word History

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of footwear was in 1850

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“Footwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/footwear. Accessed 23 Feb. 2025.

Kids Definition

footwear

noun
foot·​wear -ˌwa(ə)r How to pronounce footwear (audio)
-ˌwe(ə)r
: covering (as shoes) for the feet

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