Meaning of the word heels in English

What does heels mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

heels

US /hiːlz/

UK /hiːlz/

the back part of the human foot below the ankle and behind the arch

Example:

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She walked on her heels, trying to avoid stepping on the wet floor.

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He landed hard on his heels after jumping from the wall.

Synonym:

calcaneus hock

the part of a shoe or boot that supports the heel of the foot

Example:

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Her new shoes have very high heels.

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He repaired the broken heel on his boot.

Synonym:

shoe heel boot heel

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