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Definition of flat-footed adjective from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

flat-footed

adjective

/ˌflæt ˈfʊtɪd/

/ˌflæt ˈfʊtɪd/

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without naturally raised curves (= arches) under the feet

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(especially North American English) not prepared for what is going to happen
- They were caught flat-footed by the attack.

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