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bracelet

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈbɹeɪsɫət// UK //bɹˈeɪslət// bracelet Archaic

n. a piece of jewelry that you wear around your wrist. It can be made of metal, leather, or beads.

n. an ornamental band or chain worn around the wrist or arm.


SIMPLE

She wears a silver bracelet on her left wrist.

CONTEXTUAL

He bought his mother a gold bracelet for her birthday to match the necklace she already owned.

COMPLEX

The archaeological dig uncovered a collection of bronze bracelets, suggesting that the ancient inhabitants of the region possessed sophisticated metalworking skills and a keen interest in personal adornment.

Synonyms
Origin

From Old French bracelet, diminutive form of bras (“arm”).

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