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BROOCH Synonyms

There are 10 synonyms of the word brooch. (exact relations)
There are 4 hypernyms of the word brooch. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for BROOCH

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clasp
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a fastener (as a buckle or hook) that is used to hold two things together

• the act of grasping

verb

• hold firmly and tightly

• fasten with or as if with a brooch

• fasten with a buckle or buckles

• grasp firmly

accessory
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• clothing that is worn or carried, but not part of your main clothing

• a supplementary component that improves capability

• someone who helps another person commit a crime

adjective satellite

• aiding and abetting in a crime

• furnishing added support

badge
noun, adjectiven, adj
noun

• an emblem (a small piece of plastic or cloth or metal) that signifies your status (rank or membership or affiliation etc.)

• any feature that is regarded as a sign of status (a particular power or quality or rank)

verb

• put a badge on

fastening
verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj
noun

• restraint that attaches to something or holds something in place

• the act of fastening things together

fibula
nounn
noun

• the outer and thinner of the two bones of the human leg between the knee and ankle

jewelry
nounn
noun

• an adornment (as a bracelet or ring or necklace) made of precious metals and set with gems (or imitation gems)

ornament
verb, nounv, n
noun

• something used to beautify

verb

• make more attractive by adding ornament, colour, etc.

• be an ornament to

pin
verb, nounv, n
noun

• a piece of jewelry that is pinned onto the wearer's garment

• a number you choose and use to gain access to various accounts

• when a wrestler's shoulders are forced to the mat

• small markers inserted into a surface to mark scores or define locations etc.

• informal terms for the leg

• axis consisting of a short shaft that supports something that turns

• cylindrical tumblers consisting of two parts that are held in place by springs; when they are aligned with a key the bolt can be thrown

• flagpole used to mark the position of the hole on a golf green

• a small slender (often pointed) piece of wood or metal used to support or fasten or attach things

• a holder attached to the gunwale of a boat that holds the oar in place and acts as a fulcrum for rowing

• a club-shaped wooden object used in bowling; set up in triangular groups of ten as the target

verb

• to hold fast or prevent from moving

• attach or fasten with pins

• pierce with a pin

• (chess) immobilize a piece

breastpin
nounn
noun

• a decorative pin worn by women

broach
verbv
noun

• a decorative pin worn by women

verb

• bring up a topic for discussion

Best Hypernyms For BROOCH

Here is a list of related hypernyms for brooch, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (4)
fasten fix pin secure

Alternatives for CLASP

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