kitten heel

noun

: a short stiletto heel on women's shoes

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Both Ferragamo’s kitten heel and Khaite’s asymmetric cutout Eva pump from the resort 2025 collection convey strength of character with aplomb. Madeline Fass, Vogue, 20 Dec. 2024 These Madewell boots in a deep red with a kitten heel are an eye-catcher, while black or brown boots in plain smooth leather are versatile and classic. Larissa Ratschkowski, Glamour, 25 Nov. 2024 Styles span denim booties with faux shearling lining, denim loafers, denim sock-boots and kitten heel sandals with distressed denim trim straps. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 26 Nov. 2024 Wear paired with sneakers for weekend errands or kitten heel boots for a night out. Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for kitten heel 

Word History

First Known Use

1956, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of kitten heel was in 1956

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“Kitten heel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kitten%20heel. Accessed 30 Dec. 2024.

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