What does heel mean?

Answer 1

As a noun, heel means:

• the bottom, rear portion of a foot, shoe, boot, or sock that touches the ground;
• the part of the hand just below the wrist;
• something that resembles the heel of the foot in form or position, such as salami or cheese;
• the crust end of a loaf of bread;
• the end of a violin bow where it's held;
• the part of a Golf club head where it meets the shaft;
• the angle of a ship's leaning off the vertical;
• an inconsiderate or untrustworthy person;
• a command to a dog to walk closely behind the person.

Answer 2

if you're referring to a dog it means to stay by your side and immediately calm down.

A heel also is a part of your foot.