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high heels

American  
[hahy heels] / ˈhaɪ ˈhils /

plural noun

  1. women’s low-cut shoes with high, thin heels.


Etymology

Origin of high heels

First recorded in 1640–50 as high heeles

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Silverstein blends in with the cool kids of the fashion world, often photographed at swanky Manhattan dinners wearing a silky dress, leather and high heels.

From The Wall Street Journal Feb. 25, 2026

Bosch staged a dramatic walkout earlier this month -- in an evening gown and high heels -- from a meeting where she was lambasted by Thai organiser Nawat Itsaragrisil.

From Barron's Nov. 21, 2025

But it's a practicality for Mary and Danielle, who as well as negotiating the city cobbles in sky high heels, are also deaf.

From BBC Aug. 11, 2025

Olson attributes Morgan’s eccentric look — a nod to the French series — with high heels and faux fur in the midst of a crime scene, to helping her transform.

From Los Angeles Times Jan. 7, 2025

She didn't look much different from the last time he saw her, when her high heels had clicked out of his life and left him alone.

From "Forged by Fire" by Sharon M. Draper

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