locket

[ lok-it ]

noun

1. a small case for a miniature portrait, a lock of hair, or other keepsake, usually worn on a necklace.
2. the uppermost mount of a scabbard.

locket

/ ˈlɒkɪt /

noun

1. a small ornamental case, usually on a necklace or chain, that holds a picture, keepsake, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of locket¹

1325–75; Middle English lokat cross-bar in a framework < Anglo-French loquet, diminutive of loc latch < Middle English. See lock ¹, -et

Word History and Origins

Origin of locket¹

C17: from French loquet latch, diminutive of loc lock ¹

Example Sentences

I'm mostly watching for gay reasons, because the writing is good, and because I wear a locket around my neck with a photo of Kathryn Hahn inside of it.

From Salon

A spartan plot involving an abusive childhood and a stolen locket provides Johnny’s motivation, but “In a Violent Nature” is more partial to atmosphere than narrative.

From New York Times

How lumpy our bed was with all her lockets and bangles and her garnet ring.

From Literature

That locket is presented at the Champions Dinner during Masters week.

From Los Angeles Times

For my 40th birthday last April, she gave me a golden heart locket with the top of the tooth glued inside.

From New York Times

Related Words

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• necklace
• ornament
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• treasure
• trinket