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

Examples of insole in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The insoles are decently thick and offer good arch support. Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 14 Apr. 2024 The synthetic leather slip-ons have a thickened insole and arch support design for comfort. Taylor Jean Stephan, Peoplemag, 31 Mar. 2024 The nearly 3-inch heel adds height without compromising comfort thanks to the cushioned foam insole. Megan Schaltegger, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2024 Even before intimacy garments became more of a staple, Shapiro says the industry has always worked to protect actors during intimate scenes, from using fishing wire instead of visible straps with regular underwear, to adding shoe insoles or part of a plushy costume inside underwear. Beatrice Verhoeven, The Hollywood Reporter, 11 Mar. 2024 Designed with motorcycle riders in mind, these insoles can be paired with Gerbing’s heated pant liners or powered on their own. Breanna Wilson, Forbes, 23 Feb. 2024 They’re also made of rich, soft leather with a cushy insole, which requires zero breaking in. Taylor Jean Stephan, Peoplemag, 31 Mar. 2024 This sturdy pair boasts cushioned and supportive insoles, a flexible design, and a thick rubber exterior complete with an anti-skid sole. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 30 Mar. 2024 Satin and leather materials used for the insole are highlighted as two premium sock liners with a metallic wings logo. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 12 Mar. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

circa 1861, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
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 24 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

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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