Definition: Everything on the the shoe above the sole - the heel counter, toe box, tongue, laces. The upper of an athletic shoe is often made of, nylon mesh or leather.
Pronunciation: up-per (noun)
Examples: The shoe has a leather upper.
Shoe Upper
By Wendy Bumgardner, About.com
Updated: March 14, 2009
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