footwear

noun

foot·​wear ˈfu̇t-ˌwer How to pronounce footwear (audio)
: wearing apparel (such as shoes or boots) for the feet

Examples of footwear in a Sentence

sneakers, loafers, and other casual footwear
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The shoes in the capsule collection were designed as statement pieces, while the brand currently focuses on footwear considered a wardrobe staple, such as loafers, flats and leather sneakers in muted, neutral colors. Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 17 Feb. 2026 Good footwear, plenty of water, and sun protection are must-haves. Paul Richardson, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Feb. 2026 Vionic Jill Booties Oprah swears by Vionic’s ultra-comfy and cushioned footwear, and the Vionic Jill Booties are a gorgeous example of why. Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 16 Feb. 2026 To add a final touch, opt for a purse that matches your footwear. India Roby, InStyle, 16 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for footwear

Word History

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of footwear was in 1850

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“Footwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/footwear. Accessed 21 Feb. 2026.

Kids Definition

footwear

noun
foot·​wear -ˌwa(ə)r How to pronounce footwear (audio)
-ˌwe(ə)r
: covering (as shoes) for the feet

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