Definition for BRACE'LET

BRACE'LET, n. [Fr. brasselet, and bracelet; It. bracciale, braccialetto; Sp. brazalete. See Brace.]

  1. An ornament for the wrist, worn by ladies. This ornament seems anciently to have been worn by men as well as women.
  2. A piece of defensive armor for the arm. – Johnson.

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