bangle

noun

ban·​gle ˈbaŋ-gəl How to pronounce bangle (audio)
1
: a stiff usually ornamental bracelet or anklet slipped or clasped on
2
: an ornamental disk that hangs loosely (as on a bracelet)

Examples of bangle in a Sentence

She wore plastic bangles on both wrists. wore a bracelet with small silver bangles on it
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In fine jewelry, Cartier's Love series rings, Tiffany's T series smile necklaces, and Bvlgari's Serpenti Forever series bangles were the category's bestsellers. Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024 Discover sleek, high-polished, and modern designs in white gold, yellow gold, and sterling silver, from asymmetric rings and bangles to timeless studs, pendants, tennis bracelets, and more. Laura Lajiness Kaupke, Vogue, 19 Nov. 2024 For jewels, Lohan skipped the necklace, but interestingly chose to mix diamond tennis bracelets with gold bangles. Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 19 Nov. 2024 Cartier’s gold bangle costs over $7,000 and is very much out of my price range. Terri Peters, Parents, 21 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for bangle 

Word History

Etymology

Hindi baṅglī

First Known Use

1757, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of bangle was in 1757

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“Bangle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bangle. Accessed 4 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

bangle

noun
ban·​gle ˈbaŋ-gəl How to pronounce bangle (audio)
1
: a stiff bracelet or anklet
2
: a small ornament hanging from a bracelet or necklace

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