brooch

noun

ˈbrōch 

also ˈbrüch

: an ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck

Examples of brooch in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Menswear was represented by the likes of Andrew Garfield, who wore a black double-breasted suit accented with a pink floral brooch, and Homer Gere, who had a contrasting look in a white tuxedo jacket paired with a black bow tie. — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 8 Nov. 2026

Floral Brooches Never underestimate the styling power of a delicate white floral brooch. — Madeline Fass, Vogue, 7 Nov. 2026

My boho style and penchant for adding bright patches and brooches to all my clothing marked me as decidedly not a local. — Abby Hepworth, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2026

Soundtracked by a theatrical orchestral arrangement that switches back and forth between jazzy and classical styles, the minute-long video opens with the pop star in a white suit and top hat, outfitted with many silver gems and brooches. — Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 27 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English broche "pointed instrument, brooch" — more at broach entry 2

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for brooch

• cooch
• gooch
• baluch
• mapuche

Kids Definition

brooch

noun

ˈbrōch 

ˈbrüch

: an ornamental pin or clasp worn on clothing