Place to attach a surfboard leash

I believe the answer is:

ankle

(Other definitions for ankle that I've seen before include "Leg-joint" , "Foot-leg connector" , "Major foot joint" , "Location of the talus" , "Bone over foot" .)

I've seen this clue in The New York Times.

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