enkelband

Enkelband is a Dutch term that literally translates to "ankle band" and denotes a strap worn around the ankle. The word is used for both decorative and functional objects: an anklet worn as jewelry, and devices or bands used to monitor or restrain movement.

As jewelry, an enkelband (anklet) is a common form of ankle adornment. Anklets are worn by people of various ages and genders around the ankle, with styles ranging from delicate chains and pearls to beaded or braided designs. They may feature charms, bells, or anklet clasps and are chosen for aesthetic or cultural reasons.

In legal or correctional contexts, the term is also used for electronic ankle monitors. An ankle monitor is a device worn on the leg that records location and movement and transmits data to a monitoring center. Depending on the system, it may use GPS or radio signals, implement geofences, and generate alerts for boundary breaches or tampering. Such devices are used as an alternative to incarceration, for house arrest, or to supervise conditions of release, and are subject to jurisdiction-specific regulations and privacy safeguards.

In practice, the meaning of enkelband varies by context and country, and careful attention to usage helps avoid confusion between a fashion accessory and a surveillance device.