circlet

[ sur-klit ]

noun

1. a small circle.
2. a ring.
3. a ring-shaped ornament, especially for the head.

circlet

/ ˈsɜːklɪt /

noun

1. a small circle or ring, esp a circular ornament worn on the head

Word History and Origins

Origin of circlet¹

1475–85; circle + -et; replacing late Middle English serclett < Middle French

Word History and Origins

Origin of circlet¹

C15: from Old French cerclet a little circle

Example Sentences

The woman’s thin body was covered by a luxurious gown of icy blue, while a circlet of white gold graced the very top of her head.

From Literature

The first English king shown on a coin wearing a crown or circlet was Athelstan, who died in 939, according to the Royal Household website.

From Washington Post

Standing amidships was a girl in a flowing dress of white silk, her mane of black hair pinned back with a circlet of diamonds.

From Literature

This precious vessel was now placed on my knee, and I was cordially invited to eat the circlet of delicate pastry upon it.

From Literature

She pointed to Nyame’s circlet, and at first I didn’t notice anything unusual.

From Literature