midsole

noun

mid·​sole ˈmid-ˌsōl How to pronounce midsole (audio)
: a layer (as of leather or rubber) between the insole and the outsole of a shoe

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With a multi-textured upper and Max Air unit, Its soft foam midsole and breathable upper make these the perfect everyday shoe for those looking for a pop of color. Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025 Built with durability in mind, its cushioned midsole is high on the 530’s list of many positive attributes. Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 27 Mar. 2025 Puma reintroduced itself to the running market in 2021 with new technologies, including Nitro midsole foam, as well as a five-shoe range featuring something for every type of runner. Peter Verry, WWD, 20 Mar. 2025 On the bottom, the lightweight soles feature a grippy rubber base with a smooth white midsole that matches the small logo. Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for midsole

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of midsole was in 1926

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“Midsole.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/midsole. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.

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