outsole

noun

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

Examples of outsole in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web And to top it all off, the rubber outsoles on these shoes are durable and offer ample traction on a wide range of terrain — even following April showers. Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 22 Apr. 2024 The rubber outsole also contributes to overall comfort. Lilian Gonzalez, Billboard, 22 Apr. 2024 It will be released in July, and has problem-solving features such as a polyurethane outsole to stand up to more destructive tricks. Adrienne So, WIRED, 17 Apr. 2024 Deep grooves on the thick outsoles make for excellent tread on a wide range of surfaces. Olivia Avitt, Peoplemag, 12 Apr. 2024 The non-slip outsoles of the Vocntvy Leather Loafers are made with soft, wear-resistant thermoplastic rubber (TPR) that molds to the shape of your foot over time — unlike the harder PVC rubber, which has a tendency to make shoes rigid. Karthika Gupta, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2024 The sneakers also have a non-slip outsole that can withstand outdoor walks and slippery floors. Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 6 Apr. 2024 There’s plenty of grip on the outsole, and they’re also made with a water-resistant material. Jessica Booth, Parents, 5 Apr. 2024 Plus, the slip-on design is convenient for tossing on and heading out the door, while the Thermoplastic outsole is an easy-to-clean material that keeps them new-looking for longer. Megan Schaltegger, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2024

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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 26 Apr. 2024.

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