anklet

noun

an·​klet ˈaŋ-klət How to pronounce anklet (audio)
1
: something (such as an ornament) worn around the ankle
2
: a short sock reaching slightly above the ankle

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Tyla added a few more jewelry pieces to her look, including delicate bracelets, a few rings and an anklet. Julia Teti, WWD, 11 Mar. 2025 She was last seen wearing a brown bikini, hoop earrings, bracelets and an anklet. Stepheny Price, Fox News, 11 Mar. 2025 She was last seen wearing a brown bikini, round earrings, an anklet and several bracelets. Nicole Acosta, People.com, 11 Mar. 2025 Flats and Mary Janes with straps were shown at Salvatore Ferragamo, Collina Strada, Molly Goddard, and Burberry, while Miu Miu and Fendi added anklets to their sandals and pumps. Amanda Randone, refinery29.com, 9 July 2024 See All Example Sentences for anklet

Word History

First Known Use

1671, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of anklet was in 1671

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“Anklet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anklet. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.

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anklet

noun
an·​klet ˈaŋ-klət How to pronounce anklet (audio)
1
: something (as an ornament) worn around the ankle
2
: a short sock reaching slightly above the ankle

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