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British pronunciation
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Definition & Meaning of "foot"

Foot
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the body part that is at the end of our leg and we stand and walk on

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foot definition and meaning

What is a "foot"?

A foot is the lowermost part of the human leg, specifically the extremity that comes into contact with the ground. It consists of various bones, joints, muscles, and ligaments that work together to provide support, balance, and locomotion. The foot is responsible for absorbing shock during walking and running, adapting to different surfaces, and propelling the body forward. It contains a complex arch structure that helps distribute body weight and maintain stability. The foot is a vital anatomical structure for mobility, providing a foundation for standing, walking, and engaging in various activities. Understanding the anatomy and function of the foot is crucial for overall lower limb health and biomechanics.

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He traced patterns in the sand with his foot, leaving temporary imprints.
She stood on one foot to test her balance during the exercise.
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a unit of measuring length equal to 12 inches or 30.48 centimeters

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The length of the room is 15 feet.
He walked a distance of 100 feet to reach the bus stop.
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the bottom of something

synonyms

base

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They camped at the foot of the mountain, ready to start their climb at dawn.
A small garden bloomed at the foot of the stone wall, adding a touch of color.
04

the pedal extremity of vertebrates other than human beings

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any of various organs of locomotion or attachment in invertebrates

06

lowest support of a structure

07

travel by walking

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a support resembling a pedal extremity

09

the basic unit of verse meter, consisting of one stressed syllable and one or more unstressed syllables

What is a "foot"?

In poetry, a foot is a basic unit of measurement used to define the rhythm of a line. It consists of a specific combination of stressed and unstressed syllables. Different types of feet, such as iamb, trochee, dactyl, anapest, spondee, and pyrrhic, create various rhythmic patterns in verse. The arrangement of feet within a line contributes to the poem's overall meter, influencing its musicality and flow. Understanding the concept of a foot is essential for analyzing poetic structure and the effects of rhythm on meaning and emotion in poetry.

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an army unit consisting of soldiers who fight on foot

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a member of a surveillance team who works on foot or rides as a passenger

12

the part located at the further or lower end of something

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The nurse placed a clipboard at the foot of the bed to track the patient's progress.
He sat at the foot of the table, watching the others engage in conversation.
to foot
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pay for something

02

add a column of numbers

03

walk

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