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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Aesthetics aside, the sneakers possess notable comfort-centric designs like a cooling, memory foam insole, a heel cushion to keep your foot in place, and a shock-absorbing midsole. Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025 The soft insoles molded to my feet like slippers, and the nubuck leather was perfect out of the box without a long and painful break-in period. Alice Bennett, Travel + Leisure, 11 Sep. 2025 It is recommended that consumers purchase an insole. Bestreviews, Mercury News, 5 Sep. 2025 With a soft insole, ultra-light sole cushioning, and a heel drop designed to maintain your form, the shoe is perfect for runs, long walks, and general fitness. Anja Webb, Parents, 5 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for insole

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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 17 Sep. 2025.

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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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