brooch

noun

ˈbrōch How to pronounce brooch (audio)
 also  ˈbrüch
: an ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck

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Meanwhile, architectural brooches are perfectly unisex and would look sophisticated on anyone’s lapel. Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 19 Sep. 2025 As for brooches, Queen Camilla has an extensive collection, featuring pieces from Queen Elizabeth’s vault and her own brooches from renowned designers like Van Cleef & Arpels. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 19 Sep. 2025 Queen Camilla was presented with a vintage 18k Tiffany brooch featuring diamonds and rubies—chosen to reflect both her and the First Lady's birthstones. Amanda Castro hannah Parry shane Croucher jack Royston, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025 Kate and Camilla also pinned on sentimental brooches for the start of the state visit. Janine Henni, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for brooch

Word History

Etymology

Middle English broche "pointed instrument, brooch" — more at broach entry 2

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of brooch was in the 13th century

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“Brooch.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/brooch. Accessed 22 Sep. 2025.

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brooch

noun
ˈbrōch How to pronounce brooch (audio)
ˈbrüch
: an ornamental pin or clasp worn on clothing

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