brooch

noun

ˈbrōch 

 also  ˈbrüch

: an ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck

Examples of brooch in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

She is known to complete the look with the golden Irish Guards brooch (shaped like a shamrock!) and place a fresh sprig of shamrocks to pin onto her outfit, which the guards also tack to their tunics. —Monique Jessen, People.com, 17 Mar. 2025

Across the other side of the famous square, Boucheron also showed transformable jewelry, with extendable necklaces featuring floral pendants that could also be worn as brooches. —Kate Matthams, Forbes, 16 Mar. 2025

Toss this over a tank and shorts, a little black dress, or a jumpsuit for instant style, or dress it up with a blingy brooch. —Miles Walls, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Mar. 2025

The brooch, possibly buried as an offering, provides a glimpse into the interactions between Roman soldiers and local inhabitants. —Stories By Real-Time News Team, With Ai Summarization, Miami Herald, 7 Mar. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English broche "pointed instrument, brooch" — more at broach entry 2

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for brooch

• cooch
• gooch
• baluch
• mapuche

Kids Definition

brooch

noun

ˈbrōch 

ˈbrüch

: an ornamental pin or clasp worn on clothing