Meaning & Definition of word "Toe"

Toe

/toʊ/

1. One of the five digits of the foot.
- Example: He stubbed his toe on the coffee table.
2. The front end of a shoe or boot.
- Example: The toe of her shoe was scuffed from wear.
3. A projecting part or part resembling a toe.
- Example: The toe of the mountain was covered in snow.

1. To touch or kick with the toe.
- Example: She toed the ball into the goal.
2. To provide a toe hold; to secure or brace with the toe.
- Example: He toed the rock properly for better grip.

●Middle English 'toe', from Old English 'tā' (related to Dutch 'teen' and German 'Zeh').

toe the line:

To conform to rules or standards.

step on someone's toes:

To offend or interfere with someone.

curl one's toes:

To be very pleased or exhilarated.

foot:

The lower extremity of the leg used for standing and walking.

ankle:

The joint connecting the foot with the leg.

digit:

Any of the numerals from 0 to 9, or a finger or toe.

Meaning: Toed the line

● Example Sentence: He really toed the line during the meeting.

Meaning: Toe jam

● Example Sentence: After the long hike, I had some serious toe jam.