wristlet

Meaning

1. An elastic band worn to keep a glove from slipping off the wrist.
2. A decorative band or bracelet that encircles the wearer's wrist; especially, a closely knitted one to keep it warm; a muffetee.
3. A small handbag with a short strap for attaching it to the wearer's wrist.
4. A handcuff.

Synonyms

bracelet

bangle

wristband

wrist band

cuff

armlet

watchband

wrist

watchstrap

small strap

collet

gantlet

headline

muff

thong

Translations

bracelet

βραχιόλι

pulsera

braccialetto

braçalet

Armband

brachiale

armilla

brazalete

βραχιολι

سِوَار

bracciale

χειροπέδες

manchette

bracelete

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈɹɪs(t)lət/

Etymology

From wrist + -let (suffix indicating a piece of an object).