Bangle
/ˈbæŋ.ɡəl/noun
A rigid bracelet or anklet, typically made of metal, wood, or plastic.
Did you know?In Hindu tradition, bangles symbolize prosperity and marital bliss, often worn by brides as a talisman against evil spirits.
Etymological Timeline
Sanskrit
Sanskrit
बङ्गल (baṅgala)
“A type of ornament or jewelry.”
Middle English
Middle English
bangle
“A flexible ornament worn on the arm or wrist.”
Hindi
Hindi
बंगला (baṅgalā)
“Referring to a traditional ornament or bracelet.”
17th Century
English
bangle
“Adopted into English as a term for a specific type of ornamental bracelet.”