Heeling: meaning, definitions and examples

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heeling

 

[ หˆhiหlษชล‹ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

dog training

Heeling refers to the command used in dog training where the dog is instructed to walk closely beside its handler, usually at the left side. This is an essential part of obedience training, ensuring that dogs remain attentive and controlled during walks.

Synonyms

discipline, obedience, training.

Examples of usage

  • The dog excelled at heeling during the competition.
  • She practiced heeling with her puppy every day.
  • Proper heeling makes walks more enjoyable for both dog and owner.
Context #2 | Noun

stocking

Heeling also refers to the part of a knitted stocking that is reinforced to provide durability at the heel area. This portion of the stocking often experiences the most wear and is designed to withstand pressure.

Synonyms

durability, reinforcement, support.

Examples of usage

  • The heeling of the sock wore out after several weeks of use.
  • Make sure to repair the heeling before it gets worse.
  • The heeling is crucial for the longevity of the garment.

Translations

Translations of the word "heeling" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น calcanhar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคเคกเคผเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Ferse

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ tumit

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟ'ัั‚ะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ piฤ™ta

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‹ใ‹ใจ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท talon

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ talรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท topuk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐœ๊ฟˆ์น˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุนุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ paty

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pรคtka

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่„š่ทŸ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ peta

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hรฆll

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ะฐะฑะฐะฝั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒฃแƒกแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ daban

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ talรณn

Etymology

The term 'heeling' derives from the verb 'heel,' which comes from the Old English 'hรฆle,' meaning 'to follow closely.' This term has been used in various contexts, with its application in dog training gaining popularity in the 20th century. The concept correlates closely with the notion of obedience and control, highlighting the importance of a dog remaining at its owner's side. Over time, the use of the term expanded into areas like knitting, where 'heeling' denotes a specific technique used to ensure durability in socks and stockings. In the realm of textiles, this practice likely emerged as a strategy employed by knitters to prolong the life of their products by addressing areas subjected to significant stress.