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 If your job requires special shoes, like safety-toe boots, insoles can offer cushioning for extra support, Dr. Mehta says. Erica Sweeney, SELF, 21 Feb. 2024 The heel is also two and a half inches tall, but the insole is lightly padded, according to the brand, so that should help with comfortability. Alyssa Grabinski, Peoplemag, 20 Feb. 2024 The brand has only gotten better with time, boasting upgraded comfortable insoles, awe-worthy colors, on-trend silhouettes that have remained true to the foundational ethos of the brand: making high-quality footwear for the people and the planet. Alexandra Domrongchai, Travel + Leisure, 24 Feb. 2024 The brand’s signature insole is aptly named for its lightweight design and airy comfort that truly feels like nothing on my feet. Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 23 Feb. 2024 The best running insoles Even recreational runners need a little boost in their steps from time to time—and every feature of Curex’s RunPro insoles are meant to go the distance. Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 14 Feb. 2024 Arc’teryx partnered with a Bend, Oregon, company, Insite Insole, for the first time to use their insoles in a new way, crafting a cushy drop-in antimicrobial midsole. Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 13 Feb. 2024 Underneath their adorable design, the shoes are plenty comfortable thanks to their memory foam insole. Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 9 Feb. 2024 Each shoe’s insole reveals a joint logo in bubble letters. Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 31 Jan. 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 19 Mar. 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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