Heels: meaning, definitions and examples

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heels

[ hiːlz ]

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shoes

High-heeled shoes, typically worn by women, with a heel that is raised significantly higher than the toe.

Synonyms

high heels, pumps, stiletto heels

Examples of usage

She loved to wear heels with her dresses.
The actress tripped on her heels while walking on the red carpet.

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sports

A heel is a person who is in a losing position in a competition or race.

Synonyms

loser, trailer, underdog

Examples of usage

The team was trailing by three goals, making them the heels in the match.
He started as the underdog but ended up as the heel in the championship.

Translations

Translations of the word "heels" in other languages:

🇵🇹 saltos

🇮🇳 एड़ी

🇩🇪 Absätze

🇮🇩 tumit

🇺🇦 підбори

🇵🇱 obcasy

🇯🇵 ヒール

🇫🇷 talons

🇪🇸 tacones

🇹🇷 topuklar

🇰🇷 굽

🇸🇦 كعوب

🇨🇿 podpatky

🇸🇰 opätky

🇨🇳 高跟鞋

🇸🇮 peti

🇮🇸 hælur

🇰🇿 өкшелер

🇬🇪 ქუსლები

🇦🇿 dabanlar

🇲🇽 tacones

Word origin

The word 'heels' originated from the Old English word 'hēla', which referred to the back part of the foot. Over time, it evolved to specifically refer to the raised part of a shoe. High heels became popular in the 16th century in Europe, initially worn by both men and women. However, by the 18th century, they became predominantly associated with women's fashion. Today, heels are a staple in many women's wardrobes, symbolizing elegance and style.