mid calf

/mɪd kæf/
noun
  1. The middle part of the lower leg, between the knee and the ankle.
    • The skirt hem fell at mid-calf, a modest length.
    • The boots reached just to mid-calf.
    • She felt a cramp in her mid-calf during the run.
adjective
  1. Reaching or located at the middle of the calf.
    • She wore mid-calf socks with her sneakers.
    • The dress had a mid-calf length that was perfect for the office.
    • He bought mid-calf boots for hiking.
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