outsole

noun

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

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They’re made from soft leather with a durable synthetic outsole, and the 1½-inch platform gives just the right amount of lift. Nina Derwin, Glamour, 16 July 2025 Perfect for wearing in even some of the muddiest conditions, these gardening shoes feature a high-traction rubber outsole that is slip resistant. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 July 2025 Another take on the brand’s uptown style, the upper is soft and deconstructed while the outsole is lightweight and flexible. Rebecca Shinners, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2025 Small hits of red appear on the heel, tongue tab, and outsole. Riley Jones, Footwear News, 9 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for outsole

Word History

First Known Use

1884, in the meaning defined above

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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 Jul. 2025.

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