Definitions

1. noun

A cord or chain, typically made of gold or silver, used for fastening a watch, chain, or other objects to one’s clothing.

“She wore a gold carcanet around her neck to showcase her grandmother’s antique watch.”

2. noun

A type of poem, typically a short narrative poem, often with a strong rhythm and rhyme.

“The poet’s carcanet was praised for its vivid imagery and musical language.”