feet

feet · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Plural of foot; the lower extremities of the leg below the ankle.

  2. 2.

    The lower part or base of something.

  3. 3.

    A unit of linear measure equal to 12 inches (30.48 cm).

Phrases & expressions

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    get cold feet — To become nervous and hesitant.
  • •
    on one's feet — Standing; recovered from illness.
  • •
    feet on the ground — Practical and sensible.
  • •
    under someone's feet — In the way; causing inconvenience.
  • •
    drag one's feet — To act slowly or reluctantly.
  • •
    find one's feet — To become comfortable in a new situation.
  • •
    vote with one's feet — To show disapproval by leaving.

Related words

See also: foot, leg, measurement, walk

Etymology

From Old English fēt, irregular plural of fōt ("foot"), from Proto-Germanic fōts.