I. ˈbrōch, ˈbrüch noun
( -es )
Etymology: Middle English broche brooch, pointed tool — more at broach
1. : a fastening device often of precious metal and decked with gems and usually with a clasp or tongue for making it fast (as to a garment) that is now used chiefly for ornament on women's apparel
2. obsolete : a jewel or jeweled ornament
II. transitive verb
( -ed/-ing/-es )
: to adorn or fasten with or as if with a brooch