: the arched middle portion of the human foot in front of the ankle joint
especially: its upper surface
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: the part of a shoe or stocking that fits over the instep
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Slide styles consist of a single, wide strap across the instep.—Bestreviews, The Mercury News, 7 Mar. 2025 The design is meant to lock down a runner’s instep and features a slightly longer fit to prevent toe jam.—Tim Newcomb, Forbes, 26 Feb. 2025 These are also well mapped, with different support zones for the ankle, instep, and underfoot cushioning.—Maggie Slepian, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2025 At the end of the day, what sealed the deal for us was the instep patches.—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 30 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for instep
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