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The correct spelling is heels.
How to pronounce heels
/hiːlz/
nounIPA: /hiːlz/
Say it like: Hee-ls
The correct spelling is heels. The rear part of the foot, where it joins the leg. For example: "He drove the heel of his hand into the man's nose."
Usage Examples
“He drove the heel of his hand into the man's nose.”
“the heel of a mast”
“She wore a short skirt and heels.”
Definition
noun
- 1.The rear part of the foot, where it joins the leg.
- 2.The part of a shoe's sole which supports the foot's heel.
- 3.The rear part of a sock or similar covering for the foot.
- 4.The part of the palm of a hand closest to the wrist.
- 5.(usually in the plural) A woman's high-heeled shoe.
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