1. Metal or reinforced plates attached to the heel of a shoe or boot to provide protection, durability, or traction.
Usage: Usually plural; commonly found on work boots, military boots, and formal dress shoes.

Examples

• The work boots had metal heelplates that prevented excessive wear.
• Military dress shoes often feature heelplates for added durability.
• The heelplates on his hiking boots provided better traction on rocky terrain.
• She replaced the worn heelplates on her favorite leather shoes.
• The heelplates clicked against the marble floor as he walked.