stiletto heel

noun

: a high thin heel on women's shoes that is narrower than a spike heel

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Once worn by Sharon Stone on the runway, the suit look got an edgy and feminine twist thanks to the patent leather thigh-high boots, which featured a sharp pointed toe and stiletto heel in addition to slight crinkling throughout the shaft. Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 20 July 2026 Kelly wore a bright orange Roland Mouret midi dress, paired with light brown stiletto heels and matching jewelry, including multiple rings and small dangling earrings. Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026 The Madame Web star accessorized with a spiky Valentino crossbody bag and peep-toe pumps with a stiletto heel. Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 3 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for stiletto heel

Word History

First Known Use

1953, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of stiletto heel was in 1953

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“Stiletto heel.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stiletto%20heel. Accessed 23 Jul. 2026.

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