Footsore: meaning, definitions and examples
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footsore
[ ˈfʊtˌsɔr ]
physical condition
Footsore refers to a state of discomfort or pain in the feet due to prolonged walking, standing, or exertion. Often, this condition arises after engaging in activities that may cause friction, blisters, or overuse of the muscles and joints in the feet. People who are on their feet for extended periods, such as during hiking or long days at work, may experience footsoreness. It is usually a temporary condition that can be alleviated with rest, proper footwear, and sometimes topical treatments.
Synonyms
achy, painful, sore-footed, tired, weary.
Examples of usage
- After the long hike, I was completely footsore.
- She felt footsore after working a 12-hour shift.
- The footsore tourists sat down to rest at the bench.
- Children often become footsore after a day of play.
- His footsore feet needed a good soak in warm water.
Translations
Translations of the word "footsore" in other languages:
🇵🇹 com dores nos pés
🇮🇳 पैरों में दर्द
🇩🇪 Fußschmerzen
🇮🇩 sakit kaki
🇺🇦 больові відчуття в ногах
🇵🇱 bóle nóg
🇯🇵 足の痛み
🇫🇷 douleurs aux pieds
🇪🇸 dolor de pies
🇹🇷 ayak ağrısı
🇰🇷 발의 통증
🇸🇦 ألم في القدمين
🇨🇿 bolest nohou
🇸🇰 bolesť nôh
🇨🇳 脚痛
🇸🇮 bolečina v nogah
🇮🇸 fætur sár
🇰🇿 аяқ ауруы
🇬🇪 ფეხების ტკივილი
🇦🇿 ayaq ağrısı
🇲🇽 dolor de pies
Etymology
The term 'footsore' is derived from the combination of the words 'foot' and 'sore'. 'Foot' originates from Old English 'fōt', which can be traced back to Proto-Germanic '*fōts', ultimately from Proto-Indo-European '*pṓds', meaning 'foot'. The word 'sore' comes from Old English 'sār', meaning 'painful or hurting', which also has Germanic roots. The usage of 'footsore' in English can be traced back to the 15th century, referring to the discomfort felt in the feet after overexertion. The evolution reflects the experiences of individuals who have endured physical strain on their feet, with records of usage in literature and various texts throughout the centuries, depicting the everyday struggles of laborers, travelers, and adventurers.