ankle
UK: ˈæŋkl | US: ˈæŋkl
n. the joint connecting the foot and the leg
n. the slender part of the leg just above the foot
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The word "ankle" traces back to Old English ancleow or oncleow, derived from Proto-Germanic ankulaz. It shares roots with Old Norse ökkla and Dutch enkel, all referring to the joint or bend of the leg. The term likely evolved from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning "to bend" or "angle," reflecting the joint's function. Over time, the spelling simplified to "ankle" in Middle English, retaining its core anatomical meaning.
She twisted her ankle while hiking on the rocky trail.
The dancer's ankles were strong and flexible from years of training.
He wore a brace to support his injured ankle.
The baby giggled as she grabbed her own ankle.
Swelling around the ankle can be a sign of poor circulation.