footwear
1 synonym for footwear, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Anything worn on the feet, such as shoes, boots, or sandals.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
footgear
How to use footwear
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
comfortable footwear
protective footwear
footwear brand
Etymology
From foot + wear — literally, "what is worn on the foot."
Full origin of footwear →Frequently asked questions
What does “footwear” mean?
The word “footwear” means anything worn on the feet, such as shoes, boots, or sandals. In plain terms, a general word for shoes, boots, sandals, and anything else you put on your feet.
How do you pronounce “footwear”?
“Footwear” is pronounced FUUT-weh-uh (/ˈfʊtwɛə(ɹ)/ in IPA).
How do you use “footwear” in a sentence?
Here is “footwear” used in a sentence: “The store has a whole aisle dedicated to footwear.”
What part of speech is “footwear”?
“Footwear” is a noun.
Is “footwear” a common word?
“Footwear” is an uncommon word in modern English.
