bracelet

Definition

A band or chain worn around the wrist as jewelry/jewellery or an ornament.

Etymology

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

Example Sentences

• "Pliny the Elder states that, to increase sexual potency, the right testis of an ass should be worn in a bracelet."
• "[…] and fastened on his breast by a buckle consisting of a Gorgoneion (with wings on temples and serpent-knot below chin), a sword-belt over right shoulder, bracelets, greaves (with lions' heads at the knees) and sandals."