1. a mark or impression left by a foot or shoe
2. the area of space occupied by something
3. the impact or effect of human activities on the environment
Usage: environmental

Examples

• The detective found footprints in the mud near the window.
• We followed the animal’s footprints through the snow.
• The new building has a smaller footprint than the old one.
• This computer has a compact footprint that saves desk space.
• We need to reduce our carbon footprint by using less energy.
• The company is working to minimize its environmental footprint.
• The footprints led directly to the back door.