Dictionary Entry
foot
nounFind the meaning of the word foot, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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The lower part of the leg, below the ankle, on which a person or animal stands or walks. It can also refer to the base of something or a unit of measurement equal to 12 inches.
Example Sentence
He hurt his foot playing soccer, so he had to wear a special boot for a few weeks.
Usage Note
Use 'foot' to refer to the body part at the end of your leg, as in 'my foot hurts'. It's also used as a unit of length, where one foot equals 12 inches, for example, 'The table is three feet long'. You can also use it to describe the bottom of something, like 'the foot of the mountain'.
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