necklace

noun

neck·​lace ˈne-kləs 

1

: an ornament worn around the neck

2

: something likened to a necklace especially in forming a linked series or a circular pattern

a necklace of islands

Synonyms

• choker
• collar
• dog collar
• lei

Examples of necklace in a Sentence

found a lovely necklace to match the bracelet and ring her mother had given her

Recent Examples on the Web

Being able to personalize the pendants means every necklace feels unique. —Genevieve Cepeda, People.com, 15 Dec. 2024

Marie Antoinette's Diamond Necklace Some experts have connected this necklace to the infamous affair of the diamond necklace (1784-86), a scandal centered around Marie Antoinette. —Laia Farran Graves, Forbes, 15 Dec. 2024

That off-the-shoulder look was completed with a necklace, earrings and bracelet from the Tiffany & Co HardWear line. —Mikelle Street, WWD, 13 Dec. 2024

Whether or not the Nassau necklace is your pick, any of Hey Harper’s pieces make a perfect under-$100 gift for anyone who likes to work out without taking off their bling. —Lauren Mazzo, Glamour, 10 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1577, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

necklace

noun

neck·​lace ˈnek-ləs 

: an ornament (as a string of beads) worn around the neck