ankle
Translation
ankle
Examples
I twisted my ankle playing soccer.
I twisted my ankle playing football.
She wore a bracelet on her ankle.
She wore a bracelet on her ankle.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) the joint connecting the foot with the leg. He sprained his ankle.
Similar Words
Synonyms: none; Antonyms: none
Etymology
From Old English 'ancleow', related to 'angle', referring to the angle of the foot.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'angle' your foot makes with your leg.