wristlet

English

Etymology

wrist +‎ -let

Noun

wristlet (plural wristlets)

A band or bracelet that encircles the wearer's wrist, especially a closely knitted one to keep it warm.
An elastic band used to keep a glove on the wrist.
(slang) A handcuff.

Synonyms

(band for the wrist): wristband

References

Webster's Seventh New Collegiate Dictionary, Springfield, Massachusetts, G.&C. Merriam Co., 1967

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