noun
footprint
FUUTP-rihnt
noun
1
The mark left by a foot on a soft surface such as sand or snow.
"A single footprint led away from the campsite."
2
The impact or presence of something, especially environmental or physical (figurative).
"The company is working to reduce its carbon footprint."
3
The amount of physical space something takes up.
"The new laptop has a smaller footprint on your desk."
How to Use Footprint
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA mark left by a foot, or figuratively, the space or impact something takes up.
Common pairings
carbon footprint
leave a footprint
small footprint
Word Forms
footprints plural
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Etymology
From foot + print.