What does ANKLE mean?

Ankle Parts of Speech:

Noun

Definitions:

1. The joint connecting the foot and the leg, consisting of the tibia, fibula, and talus.
2. The slender part of the leg above the foot.

Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈæŋkəl/
• UK: /ˈaŋkl/

Origin and Usage:

The word "ankle" comes from the Old English word "ancleow" which means "ankle" or "instep". It has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to the joint connecting the foot and the leg. The word is commonly used in medical and anatomical contexts, as well as in everyday conversation.

Synonyms:

• Joint
• Instep
• Foot joint

Related Words:

• Heels
• Knees
• Elbow
• Wrist
• Thumb

Example Sentences:

1. She twisted her ankle while playing soccer.
2. He has a tattoo of a snake wrapped around his ankle.
3. The doctor examined her ankle and determined that it was sprained.