anklet
noun
an·klet ˈaŋ-klət 
1
: something (such as an ornament) worn around the ankle
2
: a short sock reaching slightly above the ankle
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web Kylie looked angelic in a white mini dress with loose, long sleeves that cinched at the wrist and matching white stilettos that showed off her thin anklet. 
Seventeen, 25 Aug. 2022 The look was styled with a romantic updo and, my favorite detail, an anklet of pearls. Glamour, 3 May 2022 The Fenty Beauty founder also accessorized her look with a long gold chain that was placed over her baby bump, stud earrings, plus gold rings on her fingers and an anklet. Nicholas Rice, PEOPLE.com, 19 Feb. 2022 Salvatore Ferragamo top, $1,090, ferragamo.com; Miu Miu skirt, $1,100, briefs and belt, price on request, and shoes, $1,020, miumiu.com; Khiry earrings, $325, khiry.com; and Catbird anklet, $184, catbirdnyc.com. New York Times, 14 Feb. 2022 Her earrings and anklet were by Laura Lombardi, while her amber and gold necklace was passed down from her mother. Vogue, 7 Jan. 2022 Throw on a pair of Balenciaga sunglasses, clasp an intricate Graff bracelet on as an anklet and hit the town. WSJ, 10 Dec. 2021 The capsule collection—launched earlier this month—includes chic gold hoops in variety of sizes, a sleek body chain, an anklet, medallion necklaces, lockets, lariats and various dainty and chunky rings. Rosa Sanchez, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2021 Elevate your warm-weather outfits with gold anklet styles, strappy pastel visions, or wear-everywhere raffia slides. Talia Abbas, Glamour, 27 July 2021 See More
Seventeen, 25 Aug. 2022 The look was styled with a romantic updo and, my favorite detail, an anklet of pearls. Glamour, 3 May 2022 The Fenty Beauty founder also accessorized her look with a long gold chain that was placed over her baby bump, stud earrings, plus gold rings on her fingers and an anklet. Nicholas Rice, PEOPLE.com, 19 Feb. 2022 Salvatore Ferragamo top, $1,090, ferragamo.com; Miu Miu skirt, $1,100, briefs and belt, price on request, and shoes, $1,020, miumiu.com; Khiry earrings, $325, khiry.com; and Catbird anklet, $184, catbirdnyc.com. New York Times, 14 Feb. 2022 Her earrings and anklet were by Laura Lombardi, while her amber and gold necklace was passed down from her mother. Vogue, 7 Jan. 2022 Throw on a pair of Balenciaga sunglasses, clasp an intricate Graff bracelet on as an anklet and hit the town. WSJ, 10 Dec. 2021 The capsule collection—launched earlier this month—includes chic gold hoops in variety of sizes, a sleek body chain, an anklet, medallion necklaces, lockets, lariats and various dainty and chunky rings. Rosa Sanchez, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2021 Elevate your warm-weather outfits with gold anklet styles, strappy pastel visions, or wear-everywhere raffia slides. Talia Abbas, Glamour, 27 July 2021 See More Word History
First Known Use
1793, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Kids Definition
anklet
noun
an·klet ˈaŋ-klət
1
: something (as an ornament) worn around the ankle
2
: a short sock reaching just above the ankle
anklet
noun
as in bootee
Synonyms & Similar Words
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- bootee
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