the exposure of a single foot in the attempt to precisely control one's body temperature while bundled in ample covers.

Often involves frantic flailing after awakening overheated. The foot is then returned under the covers after the appropriate temperature is achieved.
"I can't sleep in a sleeping bag because my thermostat foot needs to be able to get out"
by pharmgrl2001 December 7, 2009
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