: an ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
Examples of brooch in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the WebSee the newest discoveries The 1,600-year-old grave contained a round bronze mirror, jar, brooch, earrings, beads and gold jewelry, the university said.—Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 29 May 2024 Adding her own touch to the outfit, Princess Isabella opted for a different brooch than her mother wore with the ensemble.—Stephanie Petit, Peoplemag, 24 May 2024 Findings have included some extremely rare items, from a rare Roman-era Cupid figurine to a variety of pottery, jewelry, and brooches.—Lily Carey, Discover Magazine, 16 May 2024 The pearl tiara is part of a married parure, which includes matching pearl earrings, as well as a brooch featuring a large diamond and pearl cluster, according to fan blog The Court Jeweller.—Sabienna Bowman, Peoplemag, 15 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for brooch
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Word History
Etymology
Middle English broche "pointed instrument, brooch" — more at broach entry 1
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