Locket

usgb/ˈlɑːkɪt/
noun

A small ornamental case, usually on a necklace, where things such as pictures or pieces of hair are kept as a memento.

She wears a gold locket with a picture of her mother in it.
Visual representation of "locket" - A small ornamental case, usually on a necklace, where things such as pictures or pieces of hair are kept as a memento.

Often appears as...

  • gold locket
  • heart-shaped locket
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Sentimental Value

Lockets often hold sentimental value and are given as gifts for special occasions like anniversaries or birthdays.

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He gave her a locket for their anniversary, with their wedding photo inside.
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Personal Mementos

People use lockets to keep a small reminder of someone they love, like a tiny photo or lock of hair.

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Her locket contained a lock of her late grandmother's hair.
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Cultural Symbol

In some cultures, lockets are traditional jewelry items worn to symbolize love, loss, or remembrance.

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The locket around her neck is a cultural symbol of love from her heritage.
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