wristlet

noun

wrist·​let ˈris(t)-lət 

: a band encircling the wrist

especially : a close-fitting knitted band attached to the top of a glove or the end of a sleeve

Illustration of wristlet

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Examples of wristlet in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

More than 2,000 shoppers have given this straw crossbody — which can also be carried as a wristlet or clutch — a five-star rating. —Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026

There are even more classic Michael Kors finds marked down by up to 65% off, including a pebbled leather tote, a sleek wristlet, and a classy clutch with gold hardware—shop them all below. —Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 May 2026

This chic, all-white East-West bag is 80 percent off, and this convertible wristlet is just $53. —Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 21 May 2026

Other accessories at special prices include this cute wristlet wallet, now $44, and this sport water bottle, now $29. —Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 17 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1844, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for wristlet

• abet
• asset
• baguette
• banquette
• barbette
• beget
• beset
• binet
• briquette
• brunet
• brunette
• burette

Kids Definition

wristlet

noun

wrist·​let ˈris(t)-lət 

: wristband

especially : a close-fitting knitted band at the end of a glove or sleeve