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instep
[ in-step ]
noun
- the arched upper surface of the human foot between the toes and the ankle.
- the part of a shoe, stocking, etc., covering this surface.
- the front of the hind leg of a horse, cow, etc., between the hock and the pastern joint; cannon.
instep
/ ˈɪnˌstɛp /
noun
- the middle section of the human foot, forming the arch between the ankle and toes
- the part of a shoe, stocking, etc, covering this
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Word History and Origins
Origin of instep1
C16: probably from in- ² + step
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Example Sentences
For the instep: Slip 1st 18 stitches on to the needle, join in the color, knit 21 stitches, turn and knit back.
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With blue make a double in each stitch all around bottom of leg and instep.
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With a quick movement he placed the white-hot length of flint firmly against the delicate skin of the instep and held it there.
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As he sat he had raised one leg upon the other, placing his foot on his knee, and he held it there with his hand upon his instep.
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Their bodies are scarred in various parts, particularly about the breast and arms, and frequently on the instep.
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