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Definition of anklet

anklet

/ˈæŋ.klɪt/
ank · let

Plural:anklets
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• noun

1

An ornament or piece of jewelry, such as a chain or band, worn around the ankle.

Example

"She wore a delicate silver anklet with tiny charms while walking along the beach."


2

A short sock reaching just above the ankle,often featuring a folded cuff.

Example

"The tennis player wore white cotton anklets with her sneakers."

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 19th century from "ankle" and the diminutive suffix "-let," formed by analogy with "bracelet" and "armlet."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Anklet. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/anklet
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