Stiletto: meaning, definitions and examples

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stiletto

 

[ stษ™หˆlษ›toสŠ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

footwear

A stiletto is a type of high-heeled shoe characterized by a long, thin heel that is typically 4 inches or higher. The design is often associated with elegance and is commonly worn on formal occasions or as a fashion statement. The term 'stiletto' also refers to the narrow blade of the heel, which resembles a dagger. While stiletto heels are popular in women's fashion, they can pose challenges for walking and balance.

Synonyms

heel, pump, sandal

Examples of usage

  • She wore a stunning pair of black stilettos to the gala.
  • The model walked down the runway in bright red stilettos.
  • Wearing stilettos can enhance a woman's posture and style.
  • He noticed how her stilettos clicked sharply on the floor.

Translations

Translations of the word "stiletto" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น salto agulha

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคธเฅเคŸเคฟเคฒเฅ‡เคŸเฅ‹

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Stiletto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ stiletto

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั‚ะธะปะตั‚to

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ szpilka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ’ใƒผใƒซไป˜ใ้ด

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท stiletto

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ stiletto

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท stiletto

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์Šคํ‹ธ๋ ˆํ† 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุนุจ ุนุงู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ stiletto

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ stiletto

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ป†้ซ˜่ทŸ้ž‹

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ stiletto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ stiletto

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั‚ะธะปะตั‚ั‚ะพ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒกแƒขแƒ˜แƒšแƒ”แƒขแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ stiletto

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ stiletto

Etymology

The word 'stiletto' originates from the late 19th century, derived from the Italian word 'stilettare' meaning 'to stab', which references the slender and sharp design of the shoe's heel resembling a dagger. The shoe style gained popularity in the 1950s and 1960s as part of the evolving women's fashion landscape, emphasizing femininity and allure. The stiletto heel has been a subject of various fashion movements, symbolizing both empowerment and the constraints of traditional femininity. Over the decades, it has been adopted by celebrities and glamorized in various media, further cementing its status as a fashion icon.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,977 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.