# locket

/ˈɫɑkɪt/ (US) · /lˈɒkɪt/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/locket
Updated: 2026-05-19

## Definition

a small piece of jewelry that you can open to see a photo or a small object inside. It is usually worn around the neck.

For teachers: a small, decorative case for holding a photograph or small object, typically worn as a pendant. Often associated with sentimental or historical contexts.

## Examples

- She opened the silver locket to show her family photo.
- The antique locket was passed down through several generations of the family, containing a tiny portrait of the original owner.
- The jeweler carefully restored the tarnished locket, revealing the intricate filigree work that had been hidden beneath layers of grime for decades.

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