Defn: The inside sole of a boot or shoe; also, a loose, thin strip of leather, felt, etc., placed
INSOLENCE
In"so*lence, n. Etym: [F. insolence, L. insolentia. See Insolent.]
1. The quality of being unusual or novel. [Obs.] Spenser.
2. The quality of being insolent; pride or haughtiness manifested in contemptuous and overbearing treatment of others; arrogant contempt; brutal imprudence. Flown with insolence and wine. Milton.
3. Insolent conduct or treatment; insult. Loaded with fetters and insolences from the soldiers. Fuller.
INSOLENCE
In"so*lence, v. t.
Defn: To insult. [Obs.] Eikon Basilike.
INSOLENCY
In"so*len*cy, n.
Defn: Insolence. [R.] Evelyn.
INSOLENT In"so*lent, a. Etym: [F. insolent, L. insolens, -entis, pref. in- not + solens accustomed, p. pr. of solere to be accustomed.]