Locket (noun)

1. 1. A small ornamental case, typically made of metal or precious metal, that can be worn around the neck and opened to reveal a photograph or lock of hair.
2. 2. A small container with a hinged lid, used for holding small objects, such as a photograph or a lock of hair.

Origin:

Middle english locquet, from middle french loquet lock, from old french; akin to old high german loh lock, latin locus place.

Examples:

1. 1. She wore a locket around her neck with a picture of her husband inside.
2. 2. The locket was made of gold and had a small diamond on the front.
3. 3. He gave her a locket with a lock of his hair inside as a gift.
4. 4. The locket was passed down as an heirloom from her grandmother.
5. 5. The locket had a small compartment inside for holding a picture.