pendant

Definitions of pendant
  1. noun
    an earring with a pendant ornament
    synonyms: pendant d'oreille
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    type of:
    boucle d'oreille
    jewelry to ornament the ear; usually clipped to the earlobe or fastened through a hole in the lobe
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