locket
See also: Locket
English edit
Etymology edit
From French loquet, from a diminutive of Anglo-Norman loc, itself from Old English loc, whence lock.
Pronunciation edit
- (Received Pronunciation) IPA(key): /ˈlɒkɪt/
- (General American) IPA(key): /ˈlɑkɪt/
Audio (US) (file) - Rhymes: -ɒkɪt
Noun edit
locket (plural lockets)
- A pendant that opens to reveal a space used for storing a photograph or other small item.
- (archaic) The upper metallic cap of a sword’s scabbard.
- A small white marking on a cat's coat.
Translations edit
chained ornament
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Further reading edit
German edit
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locket
Swedish edit
Noun edit
locket