Stiletto: meaning, definitions and examples
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stiletto
[ stษหlษtoส ]
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
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:
๐ต๐น salto agulha
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเฅเคเคฟเคฒเฅเคเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Stiletto
- High Heels
- spitze Absรคtze
๐ฎ๐ฉ stiletto
๐บ๐ฆ ััะธะปะตัto
๐ต๐ฑ szpilka
๐ฏ๐ต ใใผใซไปใ้ด
๐ซ๐ท stiletto
๐ช๐ธ stiletto
๐น๐ท stiletto
๐ฐ๐ท ์คํธ๋ ํ
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุนุจ ุนุงู
๐จ๐ฟ stiletto
๐ธ๐ฐ stiletto
๐จ๐ณ ็ป้ซ่ท้
๐ธ๐ฎ stiletto
๐ฎ๐ธ stiletto
๐ฐ๐ฟ ััะธะปะตััะพ
๐ฌ๐ช แกแขแแแแขแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ stiletto
๐ฒ๐ฝ 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.
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