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 others, however, the rings and bracelets encourage good sleep habits. — Daniel De Visé, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026

At the celebrations, Torres was also spotted wearing a rubber bracelet with a Spain flag that carried branding from the Guardia Civil — one of the country’s two national law enforcement agencies (the other being the Policia Nacional). — Laia Cervelló Herrero, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026

Michelle, 62, completed her ensemble with a stack of silver bracelets, diamond studs, and a pair of patent leather pumps. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 19 Aug. 2026

Members of the community have also started wearing the bracelets. — Francie Ebert, NBC news, 19 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