locket

Noun

WordNet 3.0

Noun (1)

  1. a small ornamental case; usually contains a picture or a lock of hair and is worn on a necklace
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Webster's Dictionary (GCIDE)

Locket \Lock"et\, n. [F. loquet latch, dim. of OF. loc latch, lock; of German origin. See Lock a fastening.] [1913 Webster]

1.A small lock; a catch or spring to fasten a necklace or other ornament. [1913 Webster]

2.A little case for holding a miniature picture or lock of hair, usually suspended from a necklace or watch chain. [1913 Webster]

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