Emily Dickinson Lexicon
Definition for Ankle (-es, ancle, ancles)
ankle (-es, ancle, ancles), n. [OE oncléow.] (webplay: joint).
- Topmost part of the foot; connection of the foot to the leg.
- [Metonymy] body walking; person stepping; someone striding.
- [Dual number] feet; legs.
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