Footwear

Footwear

Pertaining to any garment that is worn on the feet.

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supine

Pharmaceutical; Childrens shoes

the act of assuming the supine position, or the state of being supine. Applied to the hand, the act of turning the palm forward or upward, performed by lateral rotation of the ...

cycling shoe

Footwear; Sports shoes

Similarly designed with rubber soles and a tight fit, but also are equipped with a metal or plastic cleat to interface with clipless pedals, as well as a stiff sole to maximize ...

insole

Footwear; Sports shoes

The interior bottom of a shoe, which sits directly beneath the foot under the footbed (also known as sock liner).

outsole

Footwear; Sports shoes

The layer in direct contact with the ground.

medial

Footwear; Sports shoes

The part of the shoe closest to a person's center of symmetry.

shoelace

Footwear; Sports shoes

The part of the shoe on the upper, connecting the medial and lateral parts after one puts their shoes on and aiding in keeping their shoes on their feet.