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1. Core Component Terms

- Upper: The part covering the foot, commonly made of synthetic materials, kangaroo leather, etc.
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- Outsole: The sole that directly contacts the ground, including studs.
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- Studs/Cleats: Protrusions on the outsole, divided into round studs, blade studs, etc., adapted to different fields.
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- Insole: The inner bottom of the shoe, which plays a role in cushioning and fitting the foot shape.
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- Heel Counter: A reinforcing piece at the heel to enhance support.
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- Lace System: The system for securing the foot; some are designed to be hidden to reduce interference with ball contact.

2. Performance and Technology Terms

- Traction: The friction between studs and the field, affecting sudden stops and direction changes.
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- Ball Control: The design of upper materials and textures to improve ball contact accuracy.
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- Lightweight: Reducing the weight of the shoe to enhance movement speed.
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- Cushioning: The cushioning design of the sole or insole to reduce impact when landing.
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- Breathability: The characteristic of upper materials to keep feet dry.
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- Fit: The degree of matching between the shoe shape and foot shape, affecting comfort and force exertion.

3. Field and Scenario Terms

- FG (Firm Ground): Firm ground studs, suitable for natural grass and harder fields, with longer studs.
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- AG (Artificial Ground): Artificial grass studs, adapted to artificial turf, with shorter and denser studs.
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- TF (Turf): Turf studs, suitable for plastic pitch, with short and numerous studs, providing balanced traction.
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- Indoor: Indoor shoes, with flat soles or small textures, suitable for indoor fields such as wooden floors and concrete floors.
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- Break-in Period: The process of a new shoe adapting to the foot.