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

Examples of anklet in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web RiRi paired the anklet with black Balenciaga pantaleggings ($4,550), a black leather jacket, and a pair of black shades. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 Nov. 2023 The watch necklace is priced at $700,000, while the watch anklet costs $400,000. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 Nov. 2023 Denim, Lycra, grommets, crystals and suede. ACCENTS: Brigitte Bardot hair, colorful anklets with peace charms, feather accessories, aviators, seashell necklaces, chunky leather belts, fringe handbags, straw fedoras, guitars and skim boards. Miami Staff, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2024 The sheer black tights and pointed-toe pumps are very ladylike, but no mob-wife look would be complete without that little bit of extra bling, so Rihanna added a flashy diamond anklet. Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 25 Jan. 2024 Researchers have tried anklets, chest harnesses and even tags mounted to the bony, horn-like nubs on top of their heads, but nobody could keep a tracker attached and functioning for long, says Sara Ferguson, a GCF wildlife veterinarian. Alex Fox, Smithsonian Magazine, 2 Jan. 2024 Dappled with pearls, gems or crystals, today’s anklets and toe rings are superbly luxe. Aria Darcella / Photographs By F. Martin Ramin/the Wall Street Journal, Styling By Lizzy Wholley , WSJ, 18 Aug. 2023 The Barbadian singer wore a dazzling Jacob & Co. wristwatch as an anklet at a Puma event that was held as part of the inaugural Las Vegas Grand Prix. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 20 Nov. 2023 The bracelet is available in three sizes. $70 at Made Solid Mara Scalise disc chain anklet Mara Scalise’s sparkling chain anklet is ideal for the person on your list who likes to go barefoot. Lisa Boone, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2023

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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 29 Mar. 2024.

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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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