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

The Taekwondo Mei first went viral among cool girls earlier this year for its sleek style, with a sturdy rubber outsole that can handle thousands of steps. — Sarah Felbin, InStyle, 13 Nov. 2026

The outsole is a particularly important part of that equation. — Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 13 Nov. 2026

Featuring a layer of removable memory foam, these loafers are cushioned for all-day wear and have non-slip rubber outsoles for sneaker-like support. — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 1 Nov. 2026

These Nortiv8 sneakers were designed for tackling trails, and have the rugged outsoles to prove it. — Abby Hepworth, Travel + Leisure, 29 Oct. 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