Instep (noun)

The arch of the foot, between the toes and the ankle.

Origin:

Instep is derived from the old english word "instæpp" meaning the arch of the foot.

Examples:

1. The ballerina had a high instep, which made her ideal for pointe work.
2. The instep of the football player's foot was injured during the game.
3. The shoe was designed to fit snugly around the instep of the foot.
4. The instep of the foot is an important part of the foot's structure.
5. The massage therapist focused on the instep to help relieve the client's foot pain.