Brooch: meaning, definitions and examples

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brooch

 

[ brษ™สŠtสƒ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

jewelry accessory

A brooch is a decorative piece of jewelry that is attached to clothing with a pin. Brooches can be made of various materials such as metal, gems, or enamel, and come in a wide range of designs and styles.

Synonyms

badge, clasp, pin.

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Word Description / Examples
brooch

A decorative piece of jewelry often worn on clothing. Typically used to add elegance to an outfit or signify something special.

  • She wore a beautiful brooch on her jacket.
  • The brooch was a family heirloom, passed down for generations.
pin

A small, pointed object used to attach things together. It can also be decorative but often serves a more practical purpose as well.

  • She used a pin to attach the fabric pieces.
  • His lapel pin honored his years of service.
clasp

A fastening device usually used to secure jewelry or clothing. Focuses more on the functional aspect rather than decorative.

  • The necklace had a delicate gold clasp.
  • She fiddled with the clasp of her bracelet during the meeting.
badge

An item typically worn to identify the wearer or indicate their affiliation, achievement, or authority. Often seen in contexts like work, school, or organizations.

  • The security guard pinned his badge to his uniform.
  • She wore a badge showing she was a member of the environmental club.

Examples of usage

  • She wore a beautiful brooch on her coat lapel.
  • The antique brooch was passed down through generations.
Context #2 | Noun

fashion accessory

In fashion, a brooch is a versatile accessory that can be used to add a touch of elegance or style to an outfit. Brooches can be worn on clothing, hats, scarves, or even as a hair accessory.

Synonyms

accessory, decoration, ornament.

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brooch

This is a repetition. See above for context and examples.

accessory

Accessory refers to any item that is added to something else to make it more useful, attractive, or effective. It is a broad term that encompasses items like jewelry, bags, scarves, etc.

  • She chose her accessories carefully to match her dress
  • Sunglasses are a popular summer accessory
decoration

Decoration generally refers to something added to enhance the appearance of an object or space. It is not limited to clothing and can be used in a variety of contexts such as home decor, party decorations, etc.

  • The Christmas tree was covered in beautiful decorations
  • She used colorful decorations for the birthday party
ornament

Ornament can refer to a decorative object, typically used for aesthetic purposes. It can be used both for personal adornment (like jewelry) and for decorating spaces (like Christmas tree ornaments).

  • The garden was full of lovely ornaments
  • She bought a new ornament to wear with her dress

Examples of usage

  • She pinned the brooch to her scarf for a pop of color.
  • The vintage brooch added a vintage flair to her outfit.

Translations

Translations of the word "brooch" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น broche

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเฅเคฐเฅ‹เคš

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Brosche

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bros

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑั€ะพัˆะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ broszka

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ–ใƒญใƒผใƒ (burลchi)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท broche

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ broche

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท broลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ธŒ๋กœ์น˜ (beurochi)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุจุฑูˆุด

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ broลพ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ broลกลˆa

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่ƒธ้’ˆ (xiลngzhฤ“n)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ broลกka

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ brjรณstnรฆla

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑั€ะพัˆัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒ แƒแƒจแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ broลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ broche

Etymology

The word 'brooch' originated from the Old French word 'broche', which means 'pointed tool' or 'spit'. The term was later adopted into Middle English as 'broche' in the 13th century, referring to a long pin used to fasten clothing. Over time, the meaning evolved to include decorative jewelry pins, leading to the modern usage of 'brooch'.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,921, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.