heelplate
/ˈhilˌpleɪt/
noun
- A flat piece of metal, plastic, or other material attached to the heel of a shoe or boot for protection or reinforcement.
- The heelplate on his work boots was cracked and needed replacing.
- The hiker installed a metal heelplate on his boots for extra durability on rocky trails.
- She had a heelplate added to her dancing shoes to prevent wear.
- A plate or fitting at the rear of a structure or device, such as on a ladder, door, or piece of equipment.
- The machine's heelplate was made of thick steel to withstand impact.
- The ladder's heelplate kept it from slipping on the smooth floor.
- He screwed the heelplate onto the bottom of the door frame.