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View synonyms for anklet

anklet

[ang-klit]

noun

  1. a sock that reaches just above the ankle.

  2. an ornamental circlet worn around the ankle.



anklet

/ ˈæŋklɪt /

noun

  1. an ornamental chain worn around the ankle

  2. the US word for ankle sock

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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Word History and Origins

Origin of anklet1

First recorded in 1810–20; ankle + -let
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Example Sentences

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Jingling anklets were used to alert parents to their children's movements, but in this unforgiving, water-surrounded landscape, nothing feels truly safe.

From BBC

According to the museum’s research, four objects — the whisk; a chair made of wood, brass, leather and iron; and two bracelets or anklets — were taken on Feb. 5, 1874.

Mara Scalise’s sparkling chain anklet is ideal for the person on your list who likes to go barefoot.

The judge ruled that he must wear an electronic anklet, canceled his passports and suspended his right to carry a gun.

From Reuters

Each piece of jewelry, including rings, necklaces, anklets and bracelets, are welded seamlessly onto your body, creating a special bond that will last forever.

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