footfall

English

/ˈfʊtˌfɔːl/, /ˈfʊtˌfɔl/

noun
Definitions
  • (countable) The sound made by a footstep.
  • (chiefly) Foot (pedestrian) traffic.

Etymology

Compound from English foot (walk, foot) + English fall.

Origin

English

fall

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