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footing

The correct spelling is footing.

How to pronounce footing

/ˈfʊtɪŋ/
verb

IPA: /ˈfʊtɪŋ/

Say it like: Foo-tin-g

The correct spelling is footing. To use the foot to kick (usually a ball). For example: "to foot the green"

Usage Examples

to foot the green

to foot (or foot up) an account

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To use the foot to kick (usually a ball).
  2. 2.To pay (a bill).
  3. 3.To tread to measure or music; to dance; to trip; to skip.
  4. 4.To walk.
  5. 5.To tread.

noun

  1. 1.A ground for the foot; place for the foot to rest on; firm foundation to stand on.
  2. 2.A standing; position; established place; basis for operation; permanent settlement; foothold.
  3. 3.A relative condition; state.
  4. 4.A tread; step; especially, measured tread.
  5. 5.A footprint or footprints; tracks, someone's trail.

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