bracelet

[ breys-lit ]

noun

1. an ornamental band or circlet for the wrist or arm or, sometimes, for the ankle.
2. bracelets, Slang. a pair of handcuffs.
3. Furniture. collar ( def 13 ).

bracelet

/ ˈbreɪslɪt /

noun

1. an ornamental chain worn around the arm or wrist
2. an expanding metal band for a wristwatch

Other Words From

• bracelet·ed adjective
• un·bracelet·ed adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of bracelet¹

1400–50; late Middle English < Middle French; Old French bracel (< Latin brāchiāle, noun use of neuter of brāchiālis brachial ) + -et -et

Word History and Origins

Origin of bracelet¹

C15: from Old French, from bracel , literally: a little arm, from Latin bracchium arm; see brace

Example Sentences

To a blue, black and green sequined top, complete with a golden snake necklace and bracelet.

From BBC

It cited examples such as a three-piece razor set and an "elegant necklace, bracelet, and earring set" available at just under three dollars each in a press release about the launch.

From BBC

The high fees can trap renters earning lower or average wages in apartments for years, unable to shell out the cost of an $18,000 gold Cartier bracelet simply to move apartments.

From Salon

Others have tried bracelets that emit smells that sharks, theoretically, would find repulsive.

From Los Angeles Times

Thomas still wears an ankle bracelet issued by authorities but he has been out of prison for nearly three months now – his longest spell of freedom since becoming a teenager.

From BBC

Related Words

• ornament
• trinket