wristlet

Tanımlar (İngilizce)

1. isim An elastic band worn to keep a glove from slipping off the wrist.
2. isim A decorative band or bracelet that encircles the wearer's wrist; especially, a closely knitted one to keep it warm; a muffetee.

   “Wristlets are made of wool, and are of use in keeping the wrists comfortable in cold weather, and thereby preventing the rheumatism, and other complaints, arising from cold, particularly from the arms.”

3. isim A small handbag with a short strap for attaching it to the wearer's wrist.

   “Of all the bags London-based stylist Harriet Byczok laid out before her [actress Maisie Williams], it was a black pyramid-shaped wristlet with a gold chain and tassle that caught her eye – a creation from Singapore brand Charles & Keith.”

4. isim A handcuff.

   “Attached to each of these beds is a strong leathern strap, with a wristlet, for securing the arm of the patient at night. […] The scene in the dormitories for the paralytic and furious was distressing; camisoles, straps, wristlets, leg and ankle locks everywhere abounded.”