noun
locket
LO-kiht
Locket (noun) means a small pendant, often worn on a necklace, that opens to hold a photograph or keepsake. Example: “Inside the locket was a tiny photo of her grandmother.”
noun
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A small pendant, often worn on a necklace, that opens to hold a photograph or keepsake.
"Inside the locket was a tiny photo of her grandmother."
How to use locket
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA small hinged pendant designed to hold a keepsake such as a photo or lock of hair.
Common pairings
gold locket
heart-shaped locket
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Etymology
From French loquet, a diminutive related to Old English loc, "lock".
Rhymes for locket
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What does “locket” mean?
The word “locket” means a small pendant, often worn on a necklace, that opens to hold a photograph or keepsake. In plain terms, a small hinged pendant designed to hold a keepsake such as a photo or lock of hair.
How do you pronounce “locket”?
“Locket” is pronounced LO-kiht (/ˈlɑkɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “locket” in a sentence?
Here is “locket” used in a sentence: “Inside the locket was a tiny photo of her grandmother.”
What part of speech is “locket”?
“Locket” is a noun.
Where does the word “locket” come from?
The word “locket” comes from French. From French loquet, a diminutive related to Old English loc, "lock".
