Meaning of LOCKET
Pronunciation: | | 'lâkit
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| Definition: | | [n] a small ornamental case; usually contains a picture or a lock of hair and is worn on a necklace |
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Webster's 1913 Dictionary |
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| Definition: | | \Lock"et\, n. [F. loquet latch, dim. of OF. loc latch,
lock; of German origin. See {Lock} a fastening.]
1. A small lock; a catch or spring to fasten a necklace or
other ornament.
2. A little case for holding a miniature or lock of hair,
usually suspended from a necklace or watch chain.
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| Related Terms: | | anklet, armlet, bangle, beads, bijou, bracelet, breastpin, brooch, chain, chaplet, charm, chatelaine, circle, coronet, crown, diadem, earring, fob, gem, jewel, necklace, nose ring, pin, precious stone, rhinestone, ring, stickpin, stone, tiara, torque, wampum, wristband, wristlet |
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