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anklet

American  
[ang-klit] / ˈæŋ klɪt /

noun

  1. a sock that reaches just above the ankle.

  2. an ornamental circlet worn around the ankle.

anklet British  
/ ˈæŋklɪt /

noun

  1. an ornamental chain worn around the ankle

  2. the US word for ankle sock

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Etymology

Origin of anklet

First recorded in 1810–20; ankle + -let

Explanation

An anklet is a piece of jewelry that you wear around your ankle. In India, it's common to wear silver or gold anklets, often on both ankles. You can also call an anklet an "ankle bracelet." Anklets are sometimes made of precious metal like sterling silver, and sometimes of leather, beads, or woven embroidery floss. In India, anklets are called payal, and they are traditionally worn by brides. The word anklet is formed after the style of bracelet, from ankle, which comes from a root word meaning "to bend."

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I designed a Nature Hike Anklet, which leaves a trail of bright yellow dye when you walk, so in case you get lost, you can find your way back.

From "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close" by Jonathan Safran Foer

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