Definition of brooch
: an ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
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Though the brooch was not an exact match, the police put together the flimsiest of cases against Slater.
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According to Kensington Palace, the English tiara, which features diamonds set in platinum, was made in 1932 and features a center detachable brooch made of ten diamonds dating back to 1893.
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The diamond and platinum accessory was made in 1932 and the center was set with a detachable brooch of ten brilliant diamonds.
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Following the fate of the brooch is like watching a game of Old Maid; its possession confers as much curse as charm.
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Her ensemble, a coat over a floral dress, was a design by Stewart Parvin, and accessorized by a diamond brooch.
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It was made in 1932, and the center brooch is from 1893.
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The diamond bandeau is English and was made in 1932, with the center brooch dating from 1893.
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Meghan Markle wears the Queen Mary's diamond brooch tiara in St George's Chapel, Windsor Castle, May 19, 2018.
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Origin and Etymology of brooch
Middle English broche "pointed instrument, brooch" — more at 1broach
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Definition of brooch for English Language Learners
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: a piece of jewelry that is held on clothing by a pin and worn by a woman at or near her neck
BROOCH Defined for Kids
noun
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Definition of brooch for Students
: a piece of jewelry fastened to clothing with a pin
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