Brooch

/broʊtʃ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A decorative jewelry item that is fastened to clothing, typically with a pin.

She wore a beautiful silver brooch on her cardigan.

An ornamental clasp or pin designed to adorn a garment.

The vintage brooch she discovered at the flea market was highly sought after.

A symbolic piece of jewelry often given as a gift or as part of a family heirloom.

The brooch, which had been passed down for generations, was a precious family heirloom.

Middle English 'broche', from Old French 'broche', meaning 'pointed instrument'.

brooch it up

To enhance or accessorize an outfit with a brooch.

brooch collector

A person who collects different types of brooches.

brooch moment

A time when someone chooses to wear a distinctive brooch for emphasis.

A small piece of jewelry or an object used to fasten something.

jewel

A precious stone or a piece of jewelry.

accessory

An article added to something to make it more useful, versatile, or attractive.

Bling for your shirt

She added a brooch to her outfit for that extra bling.

Retro fashion statement

Rocking that brooch? Totally a retro fashion statement!