Footbed: meaning, definitions and examples

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footbed

 

[ หˆfสŠtหŒbษ›d ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

footwear anatomy

A footbed is the part of a shoe or sandal that provides cushioning and support for the foot. It is typically made from various materials such as foam, gel, or cork, designed to conform to the shape of the foot over time. The footbed can significantly influence comfort and alignment while walking or standing, thereby enhancing the overall footwear experience. Many footbeds are removable, allowing for customization or replacement according to the wearerโ€™s needs.

Synonyms

cushion, foot support, insole

Examples of usage

  • The footbed in my new sneakers makes walking so much more comfortable.
  • I replaced the standard footbed with an orthotic one for better support.
  • Her sandals have a contoured footbed that molds to her feet.

Translations

Translations of the word "footbed" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น almofada

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเฅเคŸเคฌเฅ‡เคก

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FuรŸbett

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ alas kaki

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั‚ะตะปัŒะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wkล‚adka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใƒƒใƒˆใƒ™ใƒƒใƒ‰

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท semelle intรฉrieure

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ plantilla

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท ayak destekliฤŸi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ’‹๋ฒ ๋“œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูˆุณุงุฏุฉ ุงู„ู‚ุฏู…

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ stรฉlka

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ stielka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ž‹ๅžซ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ podplat

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fรณtabed

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐัา› ั‚ำฉัะตะผั–

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒ”แƒฎแƒ˜แƒก แƒกแƒแƒฌแƒแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ayaq dรถลŸษ™mษ™si

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ plantilla

Etymology

The word 'footbed' combines 'foot', a term of Germanic origin related to the lower limb, and 'bed', which in Old English referred to a space for resting. The term evolved to describe a specific part of footwear that supports and comforts the foot. The concept of footbeds can be traced back centuries, as various cultures have experimented with materials such as animal hides and natural fibers to create comfortable foundations for walking. Over time, advancements in materials and design have allowed for footbeds to become integral components of modern footwear, focusing on ergonomics and individual foot health.