Barefoot
Barefoot
Barefoot (/ˈbɛərˌfʊt/; from Old English bær + fōt) refers to the state of not wearing any footwear.
Definition
Barefoot is the state of not wearing any footwear. This can be due to personal preference, cultural practice, or for health or performance reasons.
Etymology
The term "barefoot" comes from the Old English words "bær", meaning "bare", and "fōt", meaning "foot". This term has been used since the early 14th century to describe the state of not wearing any footwear.
Related Terms
- Foot: The anatomical structure at the end of the leg, which a person stands and walks on.
- Footwear: A garment worn on the feet, which originally serves to protect against adversities of the environment, usually regarding ground textures and temperature.
- Podiatry: A branch of medicine devoted to the study, diagnosis, and medical and surgical treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower extremity.
- Barefoot running: Running while barefoot—without wearing any shoes on the feet.
- Barefoot doctor: A type of health care worker in rural China during the Cultural Revolution.
Pronunciation
The term "barefoot" is pronounced as /ˈbɛərˌfʊt/.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Barefoot
- Wikipedia's article - Barefoot
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