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brace·let

noun \ˈbrās-lət\

Definition of BRACELET

1
: an ornamental band or chain worn around the wrist
2
: something (as handcuffs) resembling a bracelet
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Examples of BRACELET

  1. <putting the handcuffs on the jewel thief, the detective asked him how he liked those bracelets>

Origin of BRACELET

Middle English, from Middle French, diminutive of bras arm, from Latin bracchium
First Known Use: 15th century

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Synonyms
band, bind, bond, chain, cuff(s), fetter, handcuff(s), irons, ligature, manacle(s), shackle

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