footed

adjective

foot·​ed ˈfu̇-təd How to pronounce footed (audio)
Synonyms of footednext
: having a foot or feet especially of a specified kind or number
often used in combination
a four-footed animal

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With this rollout, On has artfully upgraded the kick’s Cloud 5 predecessor — creating a more inclusive fit in the toe box, which is a win for all wide-footed athletes. Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 28 May 2026 The 26-year-old, left-footed Czech Republic international oozes quality and is composure personified. Tim Spiers, New York Times, 26 May 2026 The 39-year-old Suarez completed the hat trick with a left-footed shot from close range with an assist from German Berterame, who got two goals of his own in the first half. Miami Herald, 25 May 2026 Pec blasted a left-footed shot from outside the box in the 89th minute – his 10th goal of the season – to cut the Kansas City lead to 3-1. Daily News, 14 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for footed

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of footed was in the 14th century

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“Footed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/footed. Accessed 8 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

footed

adjective
foot·​ed ˈfu̇t-əd How to pronounce footed (audio)
: having a foot or feet especially of a certain kind or number
flat-footed

Medical Definition

footed

adjective
foot·​ed ˈfu̇t-əd How to pronounce footed (audio)
: having a foot or feet especially of a specified kind or number
often used in combination
a four-footed animal

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