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bangle

noun
ban·​gle | \ ˈbaÅ‹-gÉ™l How to pronounce bangle (audio) \

Definition of bangle

1 : a stiff usually ornamental bracelet or anklet slipped or clasped on
2 : an ornamental disk that hangs loosely (as on a bracelet)

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Synonyms for bangle

Synonyms

charm, lavaliere (also lavalliere), pendant (also pendent)

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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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Stunning bracelet made from digital print paper and sellotape (every bangle is personalised to order). Lauren Valenti, Vogue, "Alexa Chung Reveals Her Battle With Endometriosis—And Taps Into an Empowering Online Community," 18 July 2019 The video shows a bracelet that at first glance looks like a stylish stack of bangles made of gemstones. Tatum Dooley, Teen Vogue, "Jewelry Designer Yoon Ahn Shares New Bracelet Featuring Colorful Flashing Lights," 12 June 2019 Indian women of all ages and relationship status wear stacks of bangles (above) made of metal, wood, glass, plastic and, for the very posh, gold. Elizabeth Chang, Washington Post, "The best souvenirs to bring home from 10 countries," 2 July 2019 Oh just arrived on the red carpet, wearing a sculptural white gown, paired with a glamorous up-do and some very sparkly earrings and bangles. Chloe Foussianes, Town & Country, "The Cast of Killing Eve Is Killing It on the 2019 Golden Globes Red Carpet," 6 Jan. 2019 Pair it with earrings and gold bangles for a cool, summer look. Brittany Loggins, NBC News, "The best summer office dresses under $100," 5 July 2019 Stacked red and white bangles and cat eye sunglasses lent a fun touch to the beautiful traditional clothing. Christian Allaire, Vogue, "Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas Step Out as Newlyweds in Style," 3 Dec. 2018 Shot by @yvanfabing #FashionAwards #Swarovski Meghan went for a sleek goddess look in an asymmetrical, black velvet Givenchy dress with gold bangles, metallic Tamara Mellon sandals, and a slick bun. Erica Gonzales, Harper's BAZAAR, "Meghan Markle Posed for a Gif Photo Booth Just Like Any Other Celeb," 11 Dec. 2018 Accessories such as a statement necklace, a jangle of (fake) bangles, dangly earrings and a colorful, gauzy scarf will add zip to a basic look. Amy Tara Koch, Washington Post, "Leave the suitcase at home. Here’s why you should just take a carry-on, and how to pack it.," 7 June 2019

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First Known Use of bangle

1757, in the meaning defined at sense 1

History and Etymology for bangle

Hindi baṅglī

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More Definitions for bangle

bangle

noun

English Language Learners Definition of bangle

: a large stiff ring that is worn as jewelry around the arm, wrist, or ankle

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