Stiletto

stə-ˈle-(ˌ)tō

Meaning & Definition

noun

A type of high-heeled shoe with a long, thin heel.

She wore a stunning red stiletto that accentuated her legs.

A small, thin knife or dagger, typically used for stealthy attacks.

The assassin was equipped with a stiletto for quiet and quick eliminations.

A type of shoe designed for fashion rather than comfort.

The fashion show featured models strutting in various styles of stiletto heels.

verb

To kill or attack with a stiletto knife.

The detective believed the victim had been stilettod in a fit of rage.

Italian 'stiletto', diminutive of 'stilo' meaning 'style or pen'.

stiletto heels

High heels with a very thin heel.

stiletto knife

A thin knife or dagger that is designed for thrusting.

on stilettos

Referring to someone who is wearing high-heeled shoes.

heel

The back part of a shoe.

dagger

A short knife with a pointed and edged blade.

pump

A type of woman's shoe that is typically closed and has no fastening.

To walk in high heels with confidence.

She's got that stiletto strut going on.

A term for being stylish or fashionable.

Her outfit is so stiletto!