armlet

noun

arm·​let ˈärm-lət How to pronounce armlet (audio)
1
: a band (as of cloth or metal) worn around the upper arm
2
: a small arm (as of the sea)

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The seven-piece outfit, which also includes hip rings, an armlet and a bracelet, went to an unidentified bidder during a two-day sale featuring over 500 items of Hollywood paraphernalia. Oscar Holland, CNN, 30 July 2024 The ensemble includes seven pieces from Industrial Light & Magic chief sculptor Richard Miller’s collection–a bikini brassiere, bikini plates, hip rings, an armlet and bracelet. Carolyn Giardina, Variety, 27 July 2024 Workers found another cache later that fall with more treasures, including gold armlets inscribed with the name of Ramses II. Irene Cordón, National Geographic, 7 May 2019

Word History

Etymology

arm entry 1 + -let

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of armlet was in the 15th century

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“Armlet.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/armlet. Accessed 19 Nov. 2024.

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armlet

noun
arm·​let ˈärm-lət How to pronounce armlet (audio)
: a band (as of cloth or metal) worn around the upper arm

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