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

On Monday night, Allen was identified by the hospital bracelet still on his wrist, his family said. — Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 7 Aug. 2026

Keeping the outfit simple for her lax vacation, Berry paired the dress with gold jewelry—including bangle bracelets and huggie earrings. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 7 Aug. 2026

In this instance, the image of a friendship bracelet, which is associated with Swift’s fans, was more about an activity that can take place at summer camps. — Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 6 Aug. 2026

Jordan also surprised Story with a bracelet and necklace adorned with her birthstone. — Kathleen Perricone, Entertainment Weekly, 6 Aug. 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