insole

noun

in·​sole ˈin-ˌsōl How to pronounce insole (audio)
1
: an inside sole of a shoe
2
: a loose thin strip placed inside a shoe for warmth or comfort

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These shoes provide support and comfort thanks to the cushioned footbed and air-cooled memory foam insoles. Toni Sutton, People.com, 6 Apr. 2025 Made with a low-density performance and 100 percent recyclable foam, per DSC, its high-rebound insole can adapt to various stressors without risking structural integrity issues. Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 3 Apr. 2025 The mesh upper keeps things cool, while the memory foam insole offers just the right amount of cushion for all-day wear. Becca Blond, Travel + Leisure, 1 Apr. 2025 The researchers foresee their smart insoles being used in several applications. New Atlas, 27 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for insole

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1861, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of insole was circa 1861

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“Insole.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/insole. Accessed 14 Apr. 2025.

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insole

noun
in·​sole ˈin-ˌsōl How to pronounce insole (audio)
1
: an inside sole of a shoe
2
: a loose thin strip placed inside a shoe for warmth or comfort

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