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Ankle
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Simple meaning
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.
Example sentences
Ankle in a sentence
easy
I twisted my ankle while running.
medium
The skater wore boots that supported each ankle.
hard
Strong ankle muscles can help with balance during sports.
Synonyms
Words like Ankle
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.
Word family
Ankle word family
Base word
ankle
noun
ankles
More than one ankle.
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Practice 1
What is an ankle?
An ankle is the joint where the foot connects to the leg.
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