semelle

Definitions of semelle
  1. noun
    structural member consisting of a continuous horizontal timber forming the lowest member of a framework or supporting structure
    synonyms: sole
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    types:
    seuil
    the sill of a door; a horizontal piece of wood or stone that forms the bottom of a doorway and offers support when passing through a doorway
    appui de fenêtre
    the sill of a window; the horizontal member at the bottom of the window frame
    type of:
    élément de construction
    support that is a constituent part of any structure or building
  2. noun
    the underside of footwear or a golf club
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    types:
    première semelle
    the inner sole of a shoe or boot where the foot rests
    type of:
    dessous, fond
    the lower side of anything
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