annulets
|an-nu-lets|
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/ˈæn.jə.lət/
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/ˈæn.jʊ.lət/
(annulet)
small ring / ring-shaped band
Etymology
'annulet' originates from Middle English, via Old French 'anulet', ultimately from Latin 'annulus' where 'annulus' meant 'little ring'.
'annulus' (Latin) → Old French 'anulet' → Middle English 'annulet' → modern English 'annulet(s)'.
Initially it meant 'a small ring' in Latin, and over time the basic sense of 'small ring' remained, gaining specialized uses in heraldry and architecture.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural of 'annulet' — small rings or ring-shaped objects.
The ancient bracelet was decorated with tiny annulets along its band.
Synonyms
Noun 2
plural of 'annulet' — small plain rings used as charges in heraldry.
The shield displayed three annulets arranged in a triangular pattern.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/08/16 20:21