block heel

[ blok heel ]

noun

1. a wide, chunky heel on a woman’s shoe:

   a casual pump with low block heels.

2. a shoe with this type of heel.

Word History and Origins

Origin of block heel¹

First recorded in 1790–1800

Example Sentences

Fashionistas looking for a non-stiletto option will find that SJP also offers a collection of block heel booties and pointy flats.

From Los Angeles Times

These retro navy Duck City Glitter ankle boots from the British designer include, as the product description states, “a solvent-free, biodegradable sole” and a chunky block heel and zipper front.

From Los Angeles Times

These retro navy Duck City Glitter ankle boots from the British designer include, as the product description states, “a solvent-free, biodegradable sole” and a chunky block heel and zipper front.

From Los Angeles Times

She wore a beribboned straw hat, a kinetically patterned black-and-bone colored dress, and block heel spectator pumps.

From New York Times

The styles include an ivory wedge sandal with crisscross straps, a blush, strappy stiletto sandal and a rose gold, strappy block heel.

From Fox News