"ornamental clasp consisting of a pin and a covering shield," early 13c., from Old French broche "long needle" (see broach (n.)). Specialized meaning led 14c. to distinct spelling.
brontosaurus
brontothere
Brontë
Bronx
bronze
brooch
brood
brooding
broody
brook
Brooke
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