A footprint is an impression left behind by a person or animal, usually in the form of a print. The term 'footprint' can also refer to the physical area that something occupies. In this crossword, the solutions for the term 'footprint' are TRACK (5 letters), TREAD (5 letters), TRACE (5 letters), STEP (4 letters), and PUG (3 letters). TRACK refers to the path or route taken by a person or animal, while TREAD is the act of walking or stepping on something. TRACE is a mark or line left behind by something, and STEP is the act of placing one foot in front of the other. Lastly, PUG is a type of small dog breed with a distinctive face and curled tail.