Synonyms for

Feet

Verb / fi:t / Another word for feet — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Feet are the part of the body at the end of the legs that people and animals stand on.

Synonyms & similar words

ft pes foundation invertebratefoot substructure infantry base metricalfoot metricalunit humanfoot understructure fundament foot groundwork animalfoot head paws hooves claws toes plates pedals dogs trotters flippers paddles hooftips digits plates hoofplates toenails tarsus soles instep arch

Synonyms by register

Formal

base foundation extremities

Informal

paws dogs stumpers

Literary

pedes shanks

Antonyms

head hands arms shoulders top crown

Common collocations

  • bare feet
  • on foot
  • feet first
  • clean feet
  • dirty feet
  • feet on the ground
  • stand on your feet
  • lose your footing

Word family

noun foot
verb foot
adjective foot
adverb foot

Usage note

The plural of foot is feet. 'Foot' can also refer to a unit of measurement (12 inches).

Example sentences

  1. I have two feet.
  2. My cat has four feet.
  3. Elephants use their feet to walk.
  4. I like to keep my feet warm with socks.
  5. She walked on her tiptoes to avoid hurting her feet.

Quotes

  • A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.
  • Don't put your feet on the table!
  • Keep your feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars.

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