bangle

noun

ban·​gle ˈbaŋ-gəl How to pronounce bangle (audio)
Synonyms 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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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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Keeping her accessories simple, Berry paired the beach-ready look with a gold bangle bracelet. — Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 1 Aug. 2026 Neatly displayed throughout the store are coin purses, perfume bottles, handheld mirrors, bangles, shoes, pillows, scarves and other gems. — New York Times, 31 July 2026 Bakelite was a plastic resin used in the early 1900s for everything from homewares to jewelry, but it’s best known for its iconic bangles. — Heather Bien, Martha Stewart, 19 July 2026 The grand finale came with a custom Dolce & Gabbana black Chantilly lace bodysuit accessorized with a lace garter belt, gold‑tone harness and coordinating bangles from the Alta Moda Sardegna 2024 collection. — Michelle Lee, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for bangle

Word History

Etymology

Hindi baṅglī

First Known Use

1757, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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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 5 Aug. 2026.

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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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