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outsole

noun

out·​sole ˈau̇t-ˌsōl How to pronounce outsole (audio)
: the outside sole of a boot or shoe

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Plus, the outsole has a non-slip surface to boost your stability. Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 3 Dec. 2025 Made for running and training, this hybrid shoe has a grippy outsole and a lightweight, springy midsole for ultimate comfort and support. Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 1 Dec. 2025 Featuring a smooth suede upper and a durable rubber outsole, the boots are built to last through outdoor elements and daily wear. Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 2025 The combination gave the style a heavier base and a clear contrast between the upper and the outsole. Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 29 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for outsole

Word History

First Known Use

1884, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of outsole was in 1884

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“Outsole.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/outsole. Accessed 5 Dec. 2025.

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