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anklet

Syllabification: (an·klet)
Pronunciation: /ˈaNGklit/
Definition of anklet

noun

  • 1chiefly North American a sock that reaches just above the ankle.
  • 2an ornament worn around an ankle.

Origin:

early 19th century: from ankle + -let, on the pattern of bracelet

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Definition of anklet in the British & World English dictionary
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