insole
Footwear's inner layer
An insole is the inner sole of a shoe—the part your foot rests on.
Removable insoles can be replaced with custom or cushioned versions for comfort or arch support: These gel insoles made my work boots bearable.
The term also refers to aftermarket inserts placed inside shoes.
Bubble-filled substance
- gelWobbly semi-solid substance
- paddingMaterial for cushioning
- cushionStuffed fabric for comfort
- softnessYielding to gentle pressure
plushness · springiness · resilience · rebound · footbed
Curved spanning structure
- heelFoot's rear underside
- ballSpherical plaything or gala
- metatarsalMidfoot skeletal element
- plantarOf the sole
instep · forefoot · midfoot · contoured · anatomical · footprint
Limb rotating inward
- supinationOutward forearm rotation
- flatfootSlang term for policeman
- overpronationExcessive inward foot roll
- metatarsalgiaPainful inflammation beneath toes
biomechanics · alignment · corrective · prescription · orthopedist · podiatrist · stability
Tanned animal skin
- foamBubble-filled substance
- corkTree bark bottle seal
- gelWobbly semi-solid substance
- EVAActivity outside spacecraft
polyurethane · silicone · fabric · synthetic · textile · breathable · moisture-wicking · antimicrobial
Capable of being detached
- replaceableAble to be exchanged
- trimmableAble to be shortened
- custom-fitAdjusted to individual specifications
- sizingDetermining or adjusting dimensions
full-length · three-quarter · slip-resistant · interchangeable · OEM · aftermarket
Kills or inhibits germs
- antifungalDestroys or stops mold growth
- hygienePractices maintaining cleanliness
- freshnessState of being unspoiled
- deodorizingNeutralizing unpleasant smells
foam
Bubble-filled substance
softness · plushness · springiness · resilience · rebound · footbed
arch
Curved spanning structure
- heelFoot's rear underside
- ballSpherical plaything or gala
- metatarsalMidfoot skeletal element
plantar · instep · forefoot · midfoot · contoured · anatomical · footprint
pronation
Limb rotating inward
- supinationOutward forearm rotation
- flatfootSlang term for policeman
- overpronationExcessive inward foot roll
metatarsalgia · biomechanics · alignment · corrective · prescription · orthopedist · podiatrist · stability
leather
Tanned animal skin
EVA · polyurethane · silicone · fabric · synthetic · textile · breathable · moisture-wicking · antimicrobial · charcoal
removable
Capable of being detached
- replaceableAble to be exchanged
- trimmableAble to be shortened
- custom-fitAdjusted to individual specifications
sizing · full-length · three-quarter · slip-resistant · interchangeable · OEM · aftermarket
antibacterial
Kills or inhibits germs
- antifungalDestroys or stops mold growth
- hygienePractices maintaining cleanliness
- freshnessState of being unspoiled
deodorizing · ventilation · cooling · dryness
- shoesolesoutsole, midsole
- orthoticsorthosis, brace, splint, ankle brace, knee brace
- body aidsglasses, eyeglasses, contacts, contact lens, contact lenses
- Cross-TrainersNike, Reebok, Adidas, New Balance, ASICS
- shoemakingcobbler, cordwainer, cobbling, last, shoe lasts
- inline skatingwheels, bearings, rollerblading, boot, brake