outsole

/ˈaʊtsɒl, ˈaʊtsoʊl/

Definitions

1. noun

the part of a shoe that comes into contact with the ground, especially the rubber or leather part at the base of the sole

“The outsole of the hiking boots was worn out after several months of use.”

Synonyms

  • ground
  • outstep

Antonyms

  • upper