Heelpath

/ˈhiːlˌpæθ/ noun

Definition

The track or wear pattern created by the heel of a shoe on a surface, or a path made by heel strikes.

Etymology

Compound from 'heel' and 'path,' a relatively modern term describing the physical evidence of repeated heel contact with ground.

Kelly Says

Archaeologists can identify ancient walking routes by heelpaths worn into stone—your shoes literally write your history into the landscape!

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