bracelet

noun

brace·​let ˈbrā-slət 

1

: an ornamental band or chain worn around the wrist

2

: something (such as handcuffs) resembling a bracelet

Synonyms of bracelet

• chain
• handcuff(s)

Examples of bracelet in a Sentence

putting the handcuffs on the jewel thief, the detective asked him how he liked those bracelets

Recent Examples on the Web

Ciara accessorized her look with a Cartier bracelet and a pair of Christian Louboutin pointed-toe pumps. — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 17 July 2026

Diaz wore it at the Tokyo, Japan, premiere of Shrek the Third in 2007, pairing it with matching pumps and two different bracelets. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 16 July 2026

For little ones who are still teething, the friendship teeth is a playful spin on the über-popular friendship bracelet trend. — Hannah Sacks, PEOPLE, 14 July 2026

Mix and match necklaces, bracelets, charms, huggies and studs to create your perfect stack. — ABC News, 13 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Middle French, diminutive of bras arm, from Latin bracchium

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing bracelet

• tennis bracelet

Kids Definition

bracelet

noun

brace·​let ˈbrā-slət 

1

: an ornamental band or chain worn around the wrist

2

: something (as handcuffs) resembling a bracelet

Etymology

Middle English bracelet "band for the arm," from early French bracelet, literally, "little arm," from bras "arm," derived from Latin bracchium "arm" — related to brace, brassiere