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

• 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

The elegant integrated bracelet echoes the curves at the bottom and geometric lines at the top, while the silver dial showcases vertical lines. —Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 23 Aug. 2025

Rice was spotted in photos with the friendship bracelets, which appeared to be on both wrists. —Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 23 Aug. 2025

Selections from the collection include the Dot silver ring, Dot silver hoop earrings in 15mm and 37mm and the Dot silver seven coil bracelet. —Julia Teti, Footwear News, 18 Aug. 2025

Because if the bracelet and watch rub against each other, scratches will occur very quickly. —Larissa Ratschkowski, Glamour, 18 Aug. 2025

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

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