high heels
Americanplural noun
Etymology
Origin of high heels
First recorded in 1640–50 as high heeles
Example Sentences
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However, sales of ballet flats jumped 16% over that time, according to the firm, while high heels have lost market share.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 15, 2026
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
My only exercise was walking very long distances at night in high heels.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 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
I’ve never worn high heels before, just kitten heels to church and school dances.
From "Legendary Frybread Drive-In" by Cynthia Leitich Smith
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