midsole

noun

mid·​sole ˈmid-ˌsōl How to pronounce midsole (audio)
: a layer (as of leather or rubber) between the insole and the outsole of a shoe

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Some customers have even shared some DIY remedies online, such as rubbing coconut oil into the holes of the CloudTec midsole, focusing on areas where the squeaking is worse, including the heel and midfoot. Saleen Martin, USA Today, 16 Oct. 2025 They’re made from breathable eucalyptus and wool, with a cushioned SweetFoam midsole for all-day comfort. Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 14 Oct. 2025 Instead, its abstract paint stroke pattern was filled in black, white and gray, while the remainder of the midsole was given a glittery silver appearance. Riley Jones, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2025 The sneakers are equipped with a thick midsole that’s made from high-rebound foam for optimal support and shock absorption; this can reduce strain on your knees and aid conditions like plantar fasciitis, according to the brand. Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 8 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for midsole

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First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of midsole was in 1926

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“Midsole.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/midsole. Accessed 18 Oct. 2025.

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