footwear

noun

foot·​wear ˈfu̇t-ˌwer How to pronounce footwear (audio)
: wearing apparel (such as shoes or boots) for the feet

Examples of footwear in a Sentence

sneakers, loafers, and other casual footwear
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Plus, the chunky design draws even more attention to your footwear. — Kelsey Stewart, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026 The comfortable and versatile footwear was once considered a purely functional option. — René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 3 July 2026 Not long after the company’s formation, Puma moved footwear forward by introducing the first boot with an interchangeable stud. — Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 2 July 2026 This detail—along with the slim design that slips seamlessly into low-profile shoes without looking clunky—makes the insoles ideal for wearing with sockless footwear, such as ballet flats or loafers. — Irene Richardson, InStyle, 5 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for footwear

Word History

First Known Use

1850, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of footwear was in 1850

Rhymes for footwear

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“Footwear.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/footwear. Accessed 10 Jul. 2026.

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footwear

noun
foot·​wear -ˌwa(ə)r How to pronounce footwear (audio)
-ˌwe(ə)r
: covering (as shoes) for the feet

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