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

Through a partnership between FIFA and Bank of America, fans can create their own charm bracelets featuring the host country flags, soccer balls and Kansas City-exclusive designs. —The Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 17 June 2026

From the Pandora bracelet that DaveMacDaddy52 bought USER 2 for Mother’s Day, to the Amazon package of topical testosterone cream still sitting on the front stoop. —Carrie McCrossen, New Yorker, 16 June 2026

Traditionally, sleepaway summer camps have been places to connect with nature, make boondoggle bracelets, and shower in your swimsuit. —Brendan Cosgrove, Fortune, 15 June 2026

Kate and William and Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, have also jumped on the friendship bracelet bandwagon since then. —Lara Walsh, InStyle, 15 June 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