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wristlet

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wrist⋅let

[rist-lit]
–noun
1. a band worn around the wrist, esp. to protect it from cold.
2. a bracelet.
3. Slang. a handcuff.

Origin:
1840–50; wrist + -let
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wrist·let   (rĭst'lĭt)   
n.  
  1. A band of material worn round the wrist for warmth or support.

  2. A bracelet.

The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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