1
: a stiff usually ornamental bracelet or anklet slipped or clasped on
2
: an ornamental disk that hangs loosely (as on a bracelet)
Examples of bangle in a Sentence
She wore plastic bangles on both wrists.
wore a bracelet with small silver bangles on it
Recent Examples on the Web
The Marvel actor looked handsome in a cream Tom Ford suit at the gala, while Pataky was ethereal in a shimmering gold semi-sheer dress accessorized with gold bangles on each wrist and matching crown on her head.
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Escher Walcott, Peoplemag, 12 May 2024
Clean, precise lines within pieces like rings, bracelets, and bangles, and certain necklaces like nameplate necklaces all utilize minimal elements.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 9 May 2024
Try styling a pair of silver bangles or arm cuffs with a basic tank top, jeans, and ballet flats to elevate the outfit.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 9 May 2024
Shayk added even more sparkle to her look with a collection of diamond bangles on both wrists, as well as a statement choker necklace.
—Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024
The star accessorized the glamorous maternity look with oversize bangle bracelets and metallic earrings.
—Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 18 Apr. 2024
The actress wore a long, off-the-shoulder Bohemian ruffle dress paired with strappy pink heels, a bangle bracelet, and a silver floral statement necklace.
—Jen Juneau, Peoplemag, 11 Apr. 2024
The model accessorized the look with a metallic gold bangle and matching heels.
—Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 27 Mar. 2024
Vergara skipped the necklace, choosing instead to round out the look with a pair of gold bangles on each wrist and oversized sunglasses.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 27 Mar. 2024
Escher Walcott, Peoplemag, 12 May 2024
Clean, precise lines within pieces like rings, bracelets, and bangles, and certain necklaces like nameplate necklaces all utilize minimal elements.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 9 May 2024
Try styling a pair of silver bangles or arm cuffs with a basic tank top, jeans, and ballet flats to elevate the outfit.
—Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 9 May 2024
Shayk added even more sparkle to her look with a collection of diamond bangles on both wrists, as well as a statement choker necklace.
—Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 7 May 2024
The star accessorized the glamorous maternity look with oversize bangle bracelets and metallic earrings.
—Catherine Santino, Peoplemag, 18 Apr. 2024
The actress wore a long, off-the-shoulder Bohemian ruffle dress paired with strappy pink heels, a bangle bracelet, and a silver floral statement necklace.
—Jen Juneau, Peoplemag, 11 Apr. 2024
The model accessorized the look with a metallic gold bangle and matching heels.
—Ingrid Vasquez, Peoplemag, 27 Mar. 2024
Vergara skipped the necklace, choosing instead to round out the look with a pair of gold bangles on each wrist and oversized sunglasses.
—Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 27 Mar. 2024
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“Bangle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bangle. Accessed 28 May. 2024.
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bangle
noun
ban·gle
ˈbaŋ-gəl 
1
: a stiff bracelet or anklet
2
: a small ornament hanging from a bracelet or necklace
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