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Definition heel in British English

heel noun

[countable] noun
/hiːl/
1

the back part of your foot, below your ankle

Example

I've got a sore heel.

Example

He sat back on his heels and swore.

Synonyms and related words
ankle appendage arch
2

the part underneath the back of a shoe

Example

black boots with low heels

Synonyms and related words
bootlaces cleat heels
2.1

women's shoes with high heels

Synonyms and related words
Birkenstock boat shoe boot
3

the part of a sock etc that goes over the back of your foot. The other end is called the toe.

Synonyms and related words
arm armhole basque
4

the part of the front of your hand nearest your wrist

Example

Apply some pressure to your lower back with the heels of your hands.

Synonyms and related words
ankle appendage arch
Definition heel in British English