Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

wristlet

/ˈɹɪs(t)lət/

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 1.92 in modern English

Syllables
wrist-let
IPA
/ˈɹɪs(t)lət/
11
Scrabble Score
8
Letters
2
Syllables
7
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

An elastic band worn to keep a glove from slipping off the wrist.

noun

A decorative band or bracelet that encircles the wearer's wrist; especially, a closely knitted one to keep it warm; a muffetee.

noun

A small handbag with a short strap for attaching it to the wearer's wrist.

noun

A handcuff.

Example Sentences

Etymology

From wrist + -let (suffix indicating a piece of an object).

Word Breakdown

Regional Pronunciation

  • American English: /ˈɹɪs(t)lət/
  • British English: /ˈɹɪs(t)lət/

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Questions

How do you pronounce wristlet?
The recorded pronunciation is /ˈɹɪs(t)lət/.
What does wristlet mean?
An elastic band worn to keep a glove from slipping off the wrist.
Where does wristlet come from?
From wrist + -let (suffix indicating a piece of an object).

How to pronounce wristlet

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