kitten heel

noun

: a short stiletto heel on women's shoes

Examples of kitten heel in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Heeled flip-flops, which have the energy of a kitten heel but feature a thong silhouette, are everywhere this summer. — Annie Blackman, InStyle, 6 July 2026

The Low Heel For something that will carry you through the entire day in comfort, a kitten heel is the way to go. — Rosie Jarman, Vogue, 2 July 2026

Its 70mm heel narrowed through the center before flaring into an angled base, creating a more sculptural profile than a straight kitten heel. — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 30 June 2026

Pair these with a slight kitten heel and a tank top for a modern look. — Nneya Richards, Travel + Leisure, 25 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1956, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for kitten heel

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