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anklet

ANGK-luht
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Anklet (noun) means a piece of jewelry worn around the ankle. Example: “She wore a delicate gold anklet on the beach.”

noun
1
A piece of jewelry worn around the ankle.
"She wore a delicate gold anklet on the beach."
2
A short sock that ends just above the ankle.
"He pulled on a pair of cotton anklets before his run."

How to use anklet

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEither ankle jewelry or a short, low-cut sock.

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Plural
anklets
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Etymology

Formed from "ankle" plus the diminutive suffix "-et," on the model of "bracelet."

anklets bobbysock bobbysocks ankle bracelet

Frequently asked questions

What does “anklet” mean?
The word “anklet” means a piece of jewelry worn around the ankle. In plain terms, either ankle jewelry or a short, low-cut sock.
How do you pronounce “anklet”?
“Anklet” is pronounced ANGK-luht (/ˈæŋklət/ in IPA).
How do you use “anklet” in a sentence?
Here is “anklet” used in a sentence: “She wore a delicate gold anklet on the beach.”
What part of speech is “anklet”?
“Anklet” is a noun.
How many meanings does “anklet” have?
“Anklet” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a piece of jewelry worn around the ankle.