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identification bracelet

American  

noun

  1. a bracelet, usually of metal links, having an identification plate for the name of the wearer.


Etymology

Origin of identification bracelet

First recorded in 1965–70

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In addition to the override, Vaught also failed to scan the medication against the patient’s medical identification bracelet, Housel said.

From Seattle Times Mar. 22, 2022

Upon entry, visitors receive a radio-frequency identification bracelet, or “laugh band”, with which they create a “sense of humor profile”.

From The Guardian Aug. 2, 2018

It recommends that everyone get an identification bracelet no matter how early a patient’s condition.

From New York Times Apr. 30, 2016

No identification bracelet was placed on his body, and Moon’s bracelet was instead placed on another body, the lawsuit said.

From Washington Times Apr. 21, 2015

When peered at it proved to be an identification bracelet engraved: Captain Loewenstein, 315 Rue de la Science, Brussels.

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