noun
brooch
BROHCH/brəʊtʃ/
A decorative pin worn on clothing.
A jeweled floral brooch is pinned through the jacket's lapel.
Etymology
Old French broche meant a long needle. The meaning narrowed to an ornamental clasp, retaining the connection to the pin that fastens it to clothing.
In context
One white osprey feather thrust through a gold brooch in the front of his cap
More examples
- The antique brooch has a secure clasp at the back.
- A jeweled brooch held the scarf in place.
- The case displayed brooches shaped like leaves and birds.
Forms
brooch · brooches
Similar words
- pin
- A broader term for a fastening object, a brooch is decorative jewelry.