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I twisted my ankle while running.
What does Ankle mean?
An ankle is the joint between your foot and leg.
Dictionary definition
The joint where the foot connects to the leg.
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The skater wore boots that supported each ankle.
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Strong ankle muscles can help with balance during sports.
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What is an ankle?
An ankle is the joint where the foot connects to the leg.
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WordAnkle.
Partnoun.
MeaningAnkle means An ankle is the joint between your foot and leg.
ExampleExample: I twisted my ankle while running.
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- ang · kul
- Strongest beat
- ang
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- kul
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- Put a little extra energy on ang.
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Synonyms
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jointUse for a place where bones meet and move.
foot jointA simple phrase for the ankle's location.
Antonyms
Opposite words
wristA joint in the arm rather than the leg.
elbowA different body joint in the arm.
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Ankle word family
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ankle
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ankles
More than one ankle.
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