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Meaning of LOCKET

Pronunciation:  'lâkit

WordNet Dictionary
 
 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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 See Also: case

 

 

Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 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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Thesaurus Terms
 
 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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