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

For accessories, Hathaway wore a set of pink gold Bulgari jewels, including a sparkly wrap bracelet, dangling earrings, and a red cocktail ring, according to InStyle. —Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026

The star also wore pearl bracelets by the label, totaling 243 Akoya cultured pearls on her wrist alone. —Christian Allaire, Vogue, 21 Apr. 2026

Tubogas presents a necklace and bracelet that fuse aesthetic avant-garde and jewelry design. —Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 20 Apr. 2026

The prosecutor also asked the court to order Cutright to wear a GPS-monitoring ankle bracelet while free on bail. —Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 20 Apr. 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