bracelet

noun

brace·​let ˈbrā-slət 

1

: an ornamental band or chain worn around the wrist

2

: something (such as handcuffs) resembling a bracelet

Synonyms

• band
• bind
• bond
• chain
• cuff(s)
• fetter
• handcuff(s)
• irons
• ligature
• manacle(s)
• shackle

Examples of bracelet in a Sentence

putting the handcuffs on the jewel thief, the detective asked him how he liked those bracelets

Recent Examples on the Web

Choose between necklaces, earrings, bracelets, hair clips, charms, and key chains sporting the school’s logos — all for less than $50. —Claire Harmeyer, People.com, 10 Feb. 2025

The result is a chunky statement bracelet that tells time in a whimsical new way. —Carol Besler, Robb Report, 7 Feb. 2025

To spread the love this Valentine’s Day, gift your kids this fun friendship bracelet kit. —Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 6 Feb. 2025

Artists from Moon and Stone Permanent Jewelry and Unicorn Eclipse will help visitors make forever bracelets and S.W.A.K. Valentine’s Day cards, respectively, under the Cityline tent at the farmers’ market, 121 W Washington Ave. —Anne Gelhaus, The Mercury News, 2 Feb. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Middle French, diminutive of bras arm, from Latin bracchium

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

bracelet

noun

brace·​let ˈbrā-slət 

1

: an ornamental band or chain worn around the wrist

2

: something (as handcuffs) resembling a bracelet

Etymology

Middle English bracelet "band for the arm," from early French bracelet, literally, "little arm," from bras "arm," derived from Latin bracchium "arm" — related to brace, brassiere