Footprint Definition

fo͝otprĭnt
footprints
noun
footprints
An impression or mark made by a foot or shoe, as in sand.
Webster's New World
An area, or its shape, which something affects, occupies, etc., as the space taken up by a computer, the coverage pattern of a communications satellite, etc.
Webster's New World
The impact that a particular activity, person, or group has on the environment.
American Heritage
The area affected or covered by a device or phenomenon.
The footprint of a communications satellite.
American Heritage

(computing) The audit trail left by a crashed program.

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Noun

Singular:
footprint
Plural:
footprints

Origin of Footprint

Footprint Sentence Examples

  • I am happy to discuss my carbon footprint with the hon.

  • As well, the hills on the roof draw cool air into the center of the building, and skylights open and close throughout the day to bring sunlight to the exhibits - all helping to further reduce the museum's carbon footprint.

  • Whether you are able to live a completely self sufficient life, or simply take a step towards a more self sufficient style of living, every step that you take helps to reduce your carbon footprint and impact on the environment.

  • Other homeowners, not willing to make a complete investment, are still using solar power to decrease global warming by purchasing products such as solar power roof vents and attic fans to defer some of their energy footprint.

  • Improved fuel efficiency would also help to reduce his transport footprint.

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Words Starting With

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Words Ending With

TNTINT

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