bracelet

noun

brace·​let ˈbrā-slət How to pronounce bracelet (audio)
1
: an ornamental band or chain worn around the wrist
2
: something (such as handcuffs) resembling a bracelet

Examples of bracelet in a Sentence

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of bracelet was in the 15th century

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Cite this Entry

“Bracelet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bracelet. Accessed 1 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

bracelet

noun
brace·​let ˈbrā-slət How to pronounce bracelet (audio)
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

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