high heels
Americanplural noun
Etymology
Origin of high heels
First recorded in 1640–50 as high heeles
Example Sentences
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There are trees that ski, and train whistles with big lips and high heels, modeled after harmony group the Andrews Sisters.
From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 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
On Tuesday, Mexican delegate Fatima Bosch staged a dramatic walkout -- in an evening gown and high heels -- from a meeting where she was lambasted by Miss Universe host Nawat Itsaragrisil.
From Barron's • Nov. 6, 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
A pile of shoes, high heels sticking up, lay on the floor.
From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
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