Armlets: meaning, definitions and examples

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armlets

[ ˈärm-ləts ]

Noun

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jewelry

Armlets are decorative bands or bracelets worn around the upper arm as an adornment. They are often made of precious metals like gold or silver and may be embellished with gemstones or intricate designs.

Synonyms

armbands, upper arm bracelets.

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Word	Description / Examples
armlets	Typically used in historical or cultural discussions. Armlets are often referenced in the context of ancient jewelry or traditional attire. The museum has a collection of ancient Egyptian armlets. She wore beautiful gold armlets at the cultural festival.
armbands	Commonly used when referring to a band worn around the arm for identification, support, or symbolic purposes. Often seen in sports, swimming, or for mourning (black armbands). The referee wore armbands to signify his authority on the field. Children learning to swim often wear inflatable armbands.
upper arm bracelets	Generally used in contemporary fashion contexts. Upper arm bracelets are decorative accessories worn around the upper arm, often seen in modern styling or boho fashion. She paired her summer dress with several upper arm bracelets. Upper arm bracelets are making a comeback in jewelry trends this season.

Word

Description / Examples

armlets

Typically used in historical or cultural discussions. Armlets are often referenced in the context of ancient jewelry or traditional attire.

The museum has a collection of ancient Egyptian armlets.
She wore beautiful gold armlets at the cultural festival.

armbands

Commonly used when referring to a band worn around the arm for identification, support, or symbolic purposes. Often seen in sports, swimming, or for mourning (black armbands).

The referee wore armbands to signify his authority on the field.
Children learning to swim often wear inflatable armbands.

upper arm bracelets

Generally used in contemporary fashion contexts. Upper arm bracelets are decorative accessories worn around the upper arm, often seen in modern styling or boho fashion.

She paired her summer dress with several upper arm bracelets.
Upper arm bracelets are making a comeback in jewelry trends this season.

Examples of usage

Her armlets shimmered in the sunlight.
She wore a pair of beautiful armlets for the special occasion.

Translations

Translations of the word "armlets" in other languages:

🇵🇹 braceletes

🇮🇳 बाजूबंद

🇩🇪 Armbänder

🇮🇩 gelang

🇺🇦 браслети

🇵🇱 bransoletki

🇯🇵 腕輪（うでわ）

🇫🇷 bracelets

🇪🇸 brazaletes

🇹🇷 bilezikler

🇰🇷 팔찌

🇸🇦 أساور

🇨🇿 náramky

🇸🇰 náramky

🇨🇳 臂环 (bìhuán)

🇸🇮 zapestnice

🇮🇸 armbönd

🇰🇿 білезіктер

🇬🇪 სამაჯურები

🇦🇿 biləziklər

🇲🇽 brazaletes

Etymology

The history of armlets dates back to ancient civilizations where they were worn as symbols of status and wealth. They have been found in archaeological excavations in various parts of the world, showcasing the significance of adornment in human culture.

See also: arm, armband, armed, armlet, armor, armory, armour, armoury, arms, army, disarm, disarmed, unarm, unarmed.