outsole

noun

out·​sole ˈau̇t-ˌsōl 

: the outside sole of a boot or shoe

Examples of outsole in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Both pairs feature gum rubber outsoles, a detail which has only been featured on the Air Monarch 4 a handful of times. — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 9 Sep. 2026

Additionally, its Vibram Megagrip outsole is made with deep grooves that adapt to different terrain to offer customized support. — Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 5 Sep. 2026

Plus, their rubber outsoles provide traction on wet ground and slippery surfaces. — Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 5 Sep. 2026

The kicks boast a monochromic style down to their laces and outsoles. — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 29 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1884, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for outsole

• bankroll
• bedroll
• borehole
• cajole
• catchpole
• charcoal
• condole
• control
• dipole
• downhole
• enroll
• extol