bangle

noun

ban·​gle ˈbaŋ-gəl How to pronounce bangle (audio)
1
: a stiff usually ornamental bracelet or anklet slipped or clasped on
2
: an ornamental disk that hangs loosely (as on a bracelet)

Examples of bangle in a Sentence

She wore plastic bangles on both wrists. wore a bracelet with small silver bangles on it
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Cartier’s gold bangle costs over $7,000 and is very much out of my price range. Terri Peters, Parents, 21 Oct. 2024 The choreographer accessorized with layered necklaces, gold bangles and pumps featuring bow appliques. Hannah Malach, WWD, 15 Oct. 2024 The bracelet bangle comes in gold, silver, and rose gold, with various engravings and additions, like faux diamonds. Terri Peters, Parents, 21 Oct. 2024 Both bangles are featured in eight colors and are suitable for wrists or ankles. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 17 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for bangle 

Word History

Etymology

Hindi baṅglī

First Known Use

1757, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of bangle was in 1757

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“Bangle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bangle. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

bangle

noun
ban·​gle ˈbaŋ-gəl How to pronounce bangle (audio)
1
: a stiff bracelet or anklet
2
: a small ornament hanging from a bracelet or necklace

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