midsole

noun

mid·​sole ˈmid-ˌsōl How to pronounce midsole (audio)
: a layer (as of leather or rubber) between the insole and the outsole of a shoe

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Available with either gold, silver, or rose gold faux leather straps, each sandal has a cork midsole that molds to your foot over time. Maggie Horton, People.com, 15 July 2025 It’s called the Margot 2.0 because it was recently upgraded to included a heel cushion that makes blisters a thing of the past, while also paying dividends in comfort via a flexible upper, an overall design that accommodates wide feet and bunions, as well as a shock-absorbing midsole. Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 14 July 2025 Its upper is made of breathable (yet durable!) mesh, and the foam midsole has a light, bouncy feel. Sara Coughlin, SELF, 4 July 2025 Its new midsole material delivered a buttery smooth ride that was simultaneously plush and energetic underfoot. The Editors, Outside Online, 26 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for midsole

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of midsole was in 1926

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“Midsole.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/midsole. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

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