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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Plush shearling lining and a chunky midsole add tons of comfort, but the futuristic look of these boots was a major turnoff. Svati Kirsten Narula, Outside Online, 25 Oct. 2024 These shoes have mesh uppers with durable overlays, cushioned midsoles, and high-traction rubber outsoles for excellent performance on every hike. Anne Taylor, Travel + Leisure, 2 Dec. 2024 There is also a support rod system in the midsole and an ADIWEAR outsole, both features offering stability and durability from the midsole to the outsole. Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 24 Nov. 2024 And for extra—and crucially important—comfort, an anti-fatigue footbed and compression-molded EVA midsole provide responsive cushioning no matter how technical the trail gets. Outside Online, 22 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for midsole 

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

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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 30 Dec. 2024.

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