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soleplate

7.9

A hard plate under a sports shoe where studs attach for better grip

noun
/ˈsoʊlˌpleɪt/

Specialized

: suela

After several games, the soleplate of his football boots showed signs of wear.

Examples

Manufacturers often design the soleplate to improve grip and stability on the field.
The soleplate is cracked.
The new soccer boots feature a lightweight soleplate with molded studs for better traction.
Don't forget to check the soleplate before your game!
The soccer player's shoe featured a durable soleplate that provided excellent grip on the field.
He carefully inspected the soleplate of his cleats before the big game to ensure they were in good condition.
The coach recommended a new pair of boots with a lightweight soleplate for better performance on the track.

Synonyms

sole

vssoleplate

49 1.1

The bottom part of a shoe or of a foot that touches the ground

is a hard plate under the shoe used for attaching studs

outsole

vssoleplate

Specialized

1 5.1

The outer bottom part of a shoe or boot that touches the ground

is a rigid plate under a shoe that holds studs or treads

baseplate

vssoleplate

Specialized

5.2

A flat plate under a machine that gives support

is specific to footwear and carries studs or treads

How Secure

crampon

Specialized

3 8.9

cleat

15 5.0

climber

Specialized

4 8.9

spike

58 3.6

soleplate

Specialized

7.9

Surface Forms

soleplate singular

soleplates plural

Morphology

soleplate = sole + plate (transparent) = sole + plate

Meaning is a direct compound referring to a plate attached to the sole/underside of a shoe and is easily derived from the components.

Etymology

Soleplate comes from sole 'bottom' and plate 'flat piece', with sole like the sole of a shoe. So in sports boots the soleplate is the firm flat part under the shoe where studs or treads are attached, which is why the word names the shoe's bottom plate.