toe cap

noun

: a piece of material (such as leather) covering the toe of a shoe and reinforcing or decorating it

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Hoka's latest iteration, the Kaha 3, performs well on the trail too, with a treaded rubber outsole that provides plenty of traction, plus a durable rubber toe cap that keeps sticks, rocks, and other debris at bay. Alexis Berger, SELF, 31 Mar. 2025 And the yellow accents on the Swoosh near the heel and star-like graphics on the toe cap add contrast. Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 29 Mar. 2025 The boots have a waterproof exterior that can take on any terrain, and the toe cap helps to protect the shoe from muddy conditions. Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 22 Mar. 2025 In particular, Dewey calls out its grippy, durable rubber outsole for tackling challenging terrain; thick but stable stack of cushioning; and tough toe cap to protect against rogue rocks and branches. Lauren Wingenroth, SELF, 3 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for toe cap

Word History

First Known Use

1797, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of toe cap was in 1797

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“Toe cap.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/toe%20cap. Accessed 15 Apr. 2025.

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