forefoot
noun
fore·foot
ˈfȯr-ˌfu̇t 
1
a
: one of the anterior feet especially of a quadruped
b
: the front part of the human foot
also
: the front part of a shoe
2
: the forward part of a ship where the stem and keel meet
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The inner sock is soft and stretchy, while ample forefoot cushioning and concealed CloudTec cushioning make every step feel softer.
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Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 20 Dec. 2025
The two-tone look features the Abzorb 2010’s signature details including a breathable diamond mesh material and Abzorb SBS cushioning in both the heel and forefoot.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 16 Dec. 2025
High heels or very high arches in shoes can further concentrate pressure on the forefoot.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 15 Dec. 2025
Inspired by anti-gravity treadmills, this shoe attempts to replicate the sensation of reduced body weight through a maximalist sole that combines plush foam with responsive forefoot and heel Air Zoom units.
—The Editors, Outside, 15 Dec. 2025
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Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 20 Dec. 2025
The two-tone look features the Abzorb 2010’s signature details including a breathable diamond mesh material and Abzorb SBS cushioning in both the heel and forefoot.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 16 Dec. 2025
High heels or very high arches in shoes can further concentrate pressure on the forefoot.
—Daryl Austin, USA Today, 15 Dec. 2025
Inspired by anti-gravity treadmills, this shoe attempts to replicate the sensation of reduced body weight through a maximalist sole that combines plush foam with responsive forefoot and heel Air Zoom units.
—The Editors, Outside, 15 Dec. 2025
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“Forefoot.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/forefoot. Accessed 1 Jan. 2026.
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forefoot
noun
fore·foot
-ˌfu̇t
: one of the front feet of a four-footed animal
Medical Definition
forefoot
noun
fore·foot
-ˌfu̇t
1
: one of the anterior feet especially of a quadruped
2
: the front part of the human foot
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