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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Constructed with a padded memory foam insole, the boots are designed to prevent achy feet and provide long-lasting comfort. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2025 The shoes have memory foam insoles and a machine washable design, and reviewers have compared them to Rothy’s flats, some of which go for more than $100. Hailey Roy, People.com, 10 Aug. 2025 Its flat insole is cut to accommodate the natural shape and spread of your foot, specifically in the toe box. Sara Coughlin, SELF, 1 Aug. 2025 Synthetic upper and insole On has quickly made a name for itself for its cushy, comfortable shoes—and this super-popular pair is an especially great place to start. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 21 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for insole

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 21 Aug. 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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