kitten heel

noun

: a short stiletto heel on women's shoes

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Pair these with a slight kitten heel and a tank top for a modern look. Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2026 These sandals feature an on-trend thong style and kitten heel that’s definitely walkable. Cheryl Wagemann, InStyle, 23 June 2026 That pair had a softly rounded front and sculpted kitten heel, while Saturday’s shoes were cleaner and slightly more elongated. Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 20 June 2026 Dress it up with a kitten heel and statement jewelry for a day-to-night look that still feels effortless. ABC News, 9 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for kitten heel

Word History

First Known Use

1956, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of kitten heel was in 1956

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“Kitten heel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/kitten%20heel. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.

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