kitten heel

noun

: a short stiletto heel on women's shoes

Examples of kitten heel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Other trending styles from the brand include tall western boots made for the streets of NYC more so than the rodeo and sophisticated kitten heel boots in a luxe merlot shade that are fit for a fall night out. — Melony Forcier, InStyle, 4 Nov. 2026

Minimalist mules, which feature a simple toe strap holding the shoe in place and a slim stiletto or kitten heel, were all the rage this year. — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2026

Ideal for office workdays, date nights, and holiday gatherings, the ankle-height boots feature a cushy foam footbed, a grippy sole, and a roughly 2-inch kitten heel to help keep your feet comfy from day to evening. — Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Oct. 2026

Pair any of them with a kitten heel, and you’re set from the ceremony to last call. — Corinne Pierre-Louis, Vogue, 9 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1956, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for kitten heel

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