ankle

Meanings

• noun

  The joint between the leg and the foot.

  - "The ankle was sprained in the soccer match."
  - "He had a cast on his ankle for several weeks."

• noun

  A hinge or pivot.

  - "The door had a stiff ankle."
  - "The ankle of the scissors was worn out."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈæŋ.kəl/
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with ankle
hankle , anklepins , rankle , wrangle

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Variants

List of all variants of ankle that leads to same result
ankle , ankles , ankle biter , ankle biters , ankle-biter , ankle-biters , ankle sock

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Etymology

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Old English ancle, from ancan, to encircle, from an, around + hleanan, to clean; akin to ankle-bone.

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Trivia

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1. The ankle is the most commonly injured joint in the body.

2. The word 'ankle' is derived from the Old English word 'ankle,' which means 'to encircle'.

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Related Concepts

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1. ankle bone: The tarsal bones in the ankle joint.

2. ankle brace: A medical device used to support and protect the ankle.

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Culture

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In literature, the ankle is often used as a site of injury or vulnerability. In art, the ankle is a common subject for sculptures and paintings due to its graceful and delicate appearance.

How to Memorize "ankle"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the shape and location of the ankle joint on your body.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'ankle' with the idea of a joint or a hinge.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Ankle: Around New Corners Kneels Easily' to remember the word.

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