[1880–85; out- + sole2]This word is first recorded in the period 1880–85. Other words that entered Englishat around the same time include: Chief of Staff, impressionism, pari-mutuel, quotation mark, rain check
Examples of 'outsole' in a sentence
outsole
There's a seven-layered carbon-fibre outsole for a firm but flexible fit.
Times, Sunday Times (2011)
It also has a deep tread and sticky rubber outsole that makes its grip firmer.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
Primarily for off-road use, they have a firmer outsole, plenty of feedback and space for toe spread.