stiletto
noun
sti·let·to
stə-ˈle-(ˌ)tō 
plural stilettos or stilettoes
1
: a slender dagger with a blade thick in proportion to its breadth
2
: a pointed instrument for piercing holes for eyelets or embroidery
3
: stiletto heel
also
: a shoe with a stiletto heel
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Cut-off shorts were worn long and paired with stiletto boots, while baggy jeans featured intricate lattices of cutouts.
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 20 Oct. 2025
The back-to-back pointed toes reflect a clear preference for structured, stiletto silhouettes this week.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 17 Oct. 2025
Footwear ranged from sexy stilettos to fuzzy slippers, and the bag of choice was soft and furry, perfect for cuddling up after a night out.
—CNN Money, 27 Sep. 2025
Wearing Inappropriate Apparel Save the stilettos or polished leather shoes for another day.
—Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2025
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Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 20 Oct. 2025
The back-to-back pointed toes reflect a clear preference for structured, stiletto silhouettes this week.
—Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 17 Oct. 2025
Footwear ranged from sexy stilettos to fuzzy slippers, and the bag of choice was soft and furry, perfect for cuddling up after a night out.
—CNN Money, 27 Sep. 2025
Wearing Inappropriate Apparel Save the stilettos or polished leather shoes for another day.
—Karla Walsh, Southern Living, 24 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for stiletto
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“Stiletto.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stiletto. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.
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