Wristlet: meaning, definitions and examples
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wristlet
[ หrษชs(t)lษชt ]
fashion accessory
A small strap or band worn around the wrist, typically as a decorative accessory or to hold keys or a wallet.
Synonyms
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Word | Description / Examples |
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wristlet |
A small strap or band worn around the wrist, often designed to carry small personal items, or a small bag with a wrist strap. Used in casual or fashion contexts.
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bracelet |
A piece of jewelry worn around the wrist, often more elaborate than a wristlet, can be made of metal, beads, or other decorative materials. It is used to enhance appearance, often in both casual and formal settings.
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bangle |
A rigid, ring-shaped bracelet, usually made of metal, wood, or plastic, worn multiple at a time for decorative purposes. Commonly used in more traditional or formal settings.
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band |
A simple, usually narrow strip or circle of fabric, metal, or other material worn around the wrist. Often used for functional or decorative purposes.
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Examples of usage
- She wore a stylish wristlet to the party.
- The wristlet matched her outfit perfectly.
- I always keep my keys in my wristlet when I go out.
Translations
Translations of the word "wristlet" in other languages:
๐ต๐น pulseira
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคฒเคพเค เคเฅ เคชเคเฅเคเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Armband
๐ฎ๐ฉ gelang
๐บ๐ฆ ะฑัะฐัะปะตั
๐ต๐ฑ bransoletka
๐ฏ๐ต ใใฌในใฌใใ
๐ซ๐ท bracelet
๐ช๐ธ pulsera
๐น๐ท bilezik
๐ฐ๐ท ํ์ฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุณูุงุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ nรกramek
๐ธ๐ฐ nรกramok
๐จ๐ณ ๆ้ฏ
๐ธ๐ฎ zapestnica
๐ฎ๐ธ armband
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฑัะปะตะทัะบ
๐ฌ๐ช แกแแแแฏแฃแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ bilษzik
๐ฒ๐ฝ pulsera
Etymology
The term 'wristlet' originated in the early 19th century as a diminutive form of 'wrist'. It was initially used to refer to a small strap or band worn around the wrist for practical purposes. Over time, it evolved into a fashionable accessory commonly used to hold keys, wallets, or other small items. Today, wristlets are popular among both men and women as a stylish and convenient way to carry essentials.
See also: wrist, wristband, wristbands, wristlets, wristwatch.