Dictionary 1. (n.) A small lock; a catch or spring to fasten a necklace or other ornament.2. (n.) A little case for holding a miniature or lock of hair, usually suspended from a necklace or watch chain. Thesaurus anklet armlet bangle beads bijou bracelet breastpin brooch chain chaplet charm chatelaine circle coronet crown diadem earring fob gem jewel necklace nose ring pin precious stone rhinestone ring stickpin stone tiara torque wampum wristband wristlet |