Definition of "ankle"
Kid-friendly meaning of ankle, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.
What does "ankle" mean?
ankle (noun) — the joint between your foot and your leg.
Example sentences using "ankle"
Grade K–2
I twisted my ankle.
Grade 3–5
He rolled his ankle on a tree root and had to limp the rest of the way home.
Grade 6–8
A sprained ankle takes longer to heal than people expect, since the small ligaments holding the joint together stretch out and need weeks to tighten back to their fit.
Words that rhyme with "ankle"
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