insole

noun

in·​sole ˈin-ˌsōl How to pronounce insole (audio)
1
: an inside sole of a shoe
2
: a loose thin strip placed inside a shoe for warmth or comfort

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Each insole features a shock absorbing cork material, a deep heel cup to stabilize your foot, a natural foam for cushioning and custom arch support. Maya Gandara, StyleCaster, 20 Nov. 2024 Wear comfortable shoes: Wear flat, comfortable shoes with ample insole cushioning. Lindsay Curtis, Health, 31 Oct. 2024 The relaxed style has a memory foam insole and an interior zipper to easily slide them on and off. Ali Faccenda, People.com, 22 Oct. 2024 Adding arch support insoles will increase the support of the shoe, which will also increase your comfort. Nora Colomer, Fox News, 18 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for insole 

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1861, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of insole was circa 1861

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“Insole.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/insole. Accessed 3 Dec. 2024.

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insole

noun
in·​sole ˈin-ˌsōl How to pronounce insole (audio)
1
: an inside sole of a shoe
2
: a loose thin strip placed inside a shoe for warmth or comfort

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