1
: something (such as an ornament) worn around the ankle
2
: a short sock reaching slightly above the ankle
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Lawrence enlivened the luxe heels by way of dainty anklets on both ankles.
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Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 7 Nov. 2025
Right, Kayla and Barbara's feet and matching anklets.
—Brooke Sopelsa, NBC news, 30 Sep. 2025
The anklet has puffed heart charms along the piece and is held together with a lobster clasp for ensured security.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Your anklets are trickling water.
—Literary Hub, 8 Aug. 2025
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Kelsey Stewart, Footwear News, 7 Nov. 2025
Right, Kayla and Barbara's feet and matching anklets.
—Brooke Sopelsa, NBC news, 30 Sep. 2025
The anklet has puffed heart charms along the piece and is held together with a lobster clasp for ensured security.
—Rachel Trujillo, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025
Your anklets are trickling water.
—Literary Hub, 8 Aug. 2025
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“Anklet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anklet. Accessed 10 Nov. 2025.
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anklet
noun
an·klet
ˈaŋ-klət 
1
: something (as an ornament) worn around the ankle
2
: a short sock reaching slightly above the ankle
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