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 The Golden Carrot, a fine jewelry store also in Atherton Mill, offers permanent bracelets and anklets starting at $100. Mckenzie Rankin, Axios, 7 Oct. 2024 Bonded Charlotte inside Atherton Mill next to Not Just Coffee offers custom permanent anklets, bracelets and necklaces. Mckenzie Rankin, Axios, 7 Oct. 2024 What to expect: Earrings, rings, necklaces, bracelets, anklets, pieces that can be engraved in-store, and permanent jewelry. Alexis Clinton, Axios, 14 Sep. 2024 For those who aren’t ready for this type of aesthetic comeback, there are other jewelry trends gaining steam, including floral chokers (resembling 2024’s popular blossom bags) and anklets. Amanda Randone, refinery29.com, 10 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for anklet 

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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 5 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

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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