arch support

American  

noun

1. a rigid support placed inside a shoe so that its molded form fits the arch of the foot and relieves strain on the muscles of the foot while walking, standing, etc.

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Etymology

Origin of arch support

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

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arch support

"It's all about the arch support," the 39-year-old physician's assistant said.

From BBC ● Oct. 10, 2023

Mine are black leather, soft bottoms with absolutely zero arch support.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 15, 2023

Insoles can also be added for additional arch support.

From New York Times ● Apr. 18, 2022

The Bombas ankle socks bring the right combination of warmth, flexibility, and durability, complete with extra arch support.

From The Verge ● Nov. 8, 2021

Or dashes can be used in pairs instead of parentheses to enclose an aside or an explanation: Her new shoes had loads of style—they were Ferragamos—but not much arch support.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner