footed

adjective

foot·​ed ˈfu̇-təd How to pronounce footed (audio)
Synonyms of footednext
: having a foot or feet especially of a specified kind or number
often used in combination
a four-footed animal

Examples of footed in a Sentence

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To elevate its presence, opt for a footed pot rather than simply placing it on the floor. Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 10 Mar. 2026 And Stevens’ many characters include Spade’s partner, the police chief, a criminal boss and a lead-footed cabbie. Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Mar. 2026 One from Zaha early on in the second, a right-footed shot just outside the box curling just over the crossbar. Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 8 Mar. 2026 Early in the second half, the high-scoring Rice commit sent a right-footed corner into the box that Lucy Mendiola headed into the net. Dan Albano, Oc Register, 8 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for footed

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of footed was in the 14th century

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“Footed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/footed. Accessed 13 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

footed

adjective
foot·​ed ˈfu̇t-əd How to pronounce footed (audio)
: having a foot or feet especially of a certain kind or number
flat-footed

Medical Definition

footed

adjective
foot·​ed ˈfu̇t-əd How to pronounce footed (audio)
: having a foot or feet especially of a specified kind or number
often used in combination
a four-footed animal

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