Definition of FOOTWEAR

Examples of footwear in a Sentence

sneakers, loafers, and other casual footwear

Recent Examples on the Web

Unlike the 25% tariffs already in place, the new levies proposed by the U.S. would be at a lower 10% rate but hit many household products, such as electronics, appliances, furniture, some apparel and footwear. — Jim Puzzanghera, latimes.com, "After Trump's new tariff threat, China may either have to blink or widen the trade war," 11 July 2018 Nike, Simmons’ main sponsor, shot back with a comeback that shows why the footwear and apparel company among the most popular brands on the planet. — Rob Tornoe, Philly.com, "New York Post writer: Ben Simmons didn't deserve to win rookie of the year award," 27 June 2018 Textiles, apparel, footwear and travel goods accounted for 6% of American imports in 2017, but 51% of tariff revenue, mostly paid on stuff from Asia. — The Economist, "How open is America?," 14 June 2018 Print subscribers get a password for your existing account here Together, the departing executives oversee some of the most important business categories and high-profile departments at the world’s largest sports footwear and apparel company. — San Antonio Express-News, "5 more Nike executives are out amid inquiry into harassment allegations," 9 May 2018 Together, the departing executives oversee some of the most important business categories and high-profile departments at the world’s largest sports footwear and apparel company. — BostonGlobe.com, "5 more Nike executives are out amid inquiry into harassment allegations," 8 May 2018 At launch its offerings include an assortment of apparel, footwear, accessories, and swimwear within that midmarket price point (that is: an average tag at $150), with plans to include more than 150 participating brands by the end of the year. — Halie Lesavage, Glamour, "Plus Size Clothing Retailer CoEdition Wants to Become Your Go-To for Shopping Sizes 10–26," 20 Mar. 2018 Her big sister Kendall Jenner is brand ambassador and her brother-in-law Kanye West just so happens to design an insanely popular line of footwear and apparel for the brand. — Dave Quinn, PEOPLE.com, "Kylie Jenner Gets Adidas Tracksuits for 1-Month Old Daughter Stormi," 3 Mar. 2018 Regularly maintained leather footwear not only looks noticeably better but will keep your prized possessions looking good for a longer period of time. — Hans Aschim, Esquire, "How to Shine Your Shoes in 4 Easy Steps," 14 Sep. 2015

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