high heels
Americanplural noun
Etymology
Origin of high heels
First recorded in 1640–50 as high heeles
Example Sentences
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She tried to please him by “cooking, cleaning, putting on dresses and high heels to welcome him home,” but he came to hate her even more.
From Salon • Apr. 8, 2026
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
The men tied jumpers around their necks and the women did not get glammed up for a night out, unlike Jade in her high heels and fake lashes.
From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026
Palmer has kicked off her high heels and tucked her feet under her on the couch where she sits next to Whitehall as I ask them about their chemistry read.
From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 8, 2026
She also had on high heels, dramatically flared black pants, and a frilly blouse with swoopy sleeves.
From "The Strangers" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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