Associations to the word «Footpad»
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Wiktionary
FOOTPAD, noun. The soft underside of an animal's paw.
FOOTPAD, noun. (medicine) A medicated bandage for the treatment of corns and warts.
FOOTPAD, noun. (archaic) A thief on foot who robs travellers on the road.
FOOTPAD, noun. (Australian) (also "foot pad") An unmade, minor walking trail formed only by foot traffic.
Dictionary definition
FOOTPAD, noun. A highwayman who robs on foot.
Wise words
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truants in custody and bring them back to their right
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