footed

adjective

foot·​ed ˈfu̇-təd How to pronounce footed (audio)
: having a foot or feet especially of a specified kind or number
often used in combination
a four-footed animal

Examples of footed in a Sentence

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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of footed was in the 14th century

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Cite this Entry

“Footed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/footed. Accessed 31 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

footed

adjective
foot·​ed ˈfu̇t-əd How to pronounce footed (audio)
: having a foot or feet especially of a certain kind or number
flat-footed

Medical Definition

footed

adjective
foot·​ed ˈfu̇t-əd How to pronounce footed (audio)
: having a foot or feet especially of a specified kind or number
often used in combination
a four-footed animal

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