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

The caller says $1,700 is required to cover the cost of an ankle bracelet and electronic monitoring equipment. —Walter Pavlo, Forbes.com, 9 Apr. 2025

Each charm represents a milestone in the singer’s life, with emphasis on the symbolism behind each charm featured on bracelets and necklaces. —Julia Teti, Footwear News, 8 Apr. 2025

The project, overseen by Romain Marietta, the brand’s chief product officer, involved working closely with the powder supplier, case manufacturer and bracelet maker. —Roberta Naas, New York Times, 7 Apr. 2025

She was ordered during the hearing to be placed under GPS monitoring through an ankle bracelet. —Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 3 Apr. 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