Meaning of the word locket in English

What does locket mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

locket

US /ˈlɑː.kɪt/
UK /ˈlɑː.kɪt/
"locket" picture

Noun

1.

a small, ornamental case, typically made of gold or silver, worn around a person's neck on a chain and used for holding a miniature portrait or a lock of hair.

Example:
She wore a silver locket with a picture of her grandmother inside.
He gave her a heart-shaped locket for her birthday.
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