Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cankle

noun

/ˈkæŋ.kəl/

Definition

A portmanteau of “calf” and “ankle”, cankle refers to a condition where the ankle appears to be non-distinct from the calf due to a lack of definition, often resulting in a thick appearance.

Examples

After gaining weight, she noticed she developed cankles.
Cankles can be a result of genetics, weight gain, or fluid retention.

Meaning

Cankle describes the swelling or thickening of the area between the calf and the ankle, making it difficult to distinguish where one ends and the other begins.