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ankle
[ang-kuhl]
noun
(in humans) the joint between the foot and the leg, in which movement occurs in two planes.
the corresponding joint in a quadruped or bird; hock.
the slender part of the leg above the foot.
ankle
/ ˈæŋə /
noun
the joint connecting the leg and the foot See talus 1
the part of the leg just above the foot
Word History and Origins
Origin of ankle1
Word History and Origins
Origin of ankle1
Example Sentences
But in modern practice, “The Life of Chuck” is no more than a nostalgia tranquilizer, designed to comfort you after you roll your ankle on a two-step, dancing like no one’s watching.
With one out, Freddie Freeman legged out an infield single, despite playing through not only his gimpy right ankle but also “a little quad thing” Roberts said he has been dealing with in recent days.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts quipped before the game that the 35-year-old veteran first baseman had begun to understand the value of an off day as he’s dealt with discomfort in his ankle this season.
England's fast-bowling reserves have been further depleted by injuries to youngsters Josh Hull and Sonny Baker, who have heel and ankle problems respectively.
In 2021, according to the statement, she broke her ankle and Kroe refused to get her medical treatment despite the fact that she was in intense pain.
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