instep - the part of a shoe or stocking that covers the instepboot - footwear that covers the whole foot and lower leg covering - an artifact that covers something else (usually to protect or shelter or conceal it) shoe - footwear shaped to fit the foot (below the ankle) with a flexible upper of leather or plastic and a sole and heel of heavier material stocking - close-fitting hosiery to cover the foot and leg; come in matched pairs (usually used in the plural) |