n. | 1. | An ornamental hook, or brooch worn by a lady at her waist, and having a short chain or chains attached for a watch, keys, trinkets, etc. Also used adjectively; |
Noun | 1. | chatelaine - the mistress of a chateau or large country house |
2. | chatelaine - a chain formerly worn at the waist by women; for carrying a purse or bunch of keys etc. |