foxing

American  

[fok-sing] / ˈfɒk sɪŋ /

noun

1. material used to cover the upper portion of a shoe.

2. discoloration, as of book leaves or prints.

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foxing British  

/ ˈfɒksɪŋ /

noun

1. a piece of leather used to reinforce or trim part of the upper of a shoe

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Etymology

Origin of foxing

fox + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

In most cases, the originals were replaced with high-quality copies that mimicked even their foxing — a sign of a sophisticated operation.

From New York Times

The Toy collection features a sneaker in patent leather, with oversize eyelets and laces, translucent, colored soles and foxing tape.

From Los Angeles Times

“The most obvious discrepancy was something called ‘foxing,’ which is basically like brown spots on the paper,” said Mr. McCall.

From Washington Times

Once free, she assembles her squad and before you can say “you’re either in or out”, they’re foxing bouncers and slipping rocks down their cleavage.

From The Guardian

Kane, just inside the Scotland box, brings it down, and flicks it inside, foxing Robertson.

From The Guardian