: a V-shaped neck of a garment
also : a garment (such as a sweater) with a V-shaped neck
V-necked adjective

Examples of V-neck in a Sentence

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Made with the brand’s signature plush, marshmallow-soft fabric, the stretchy two-piece set features a V-neck top and wide-leg drawstring pants. Neha Tandon, Travel + Leisure, 2 Nov. 2024 The collection offers knitwear, activewear and streetwear styles like knitted V-neck crewneck sweaters, track suits, soccer jerseys, T-shirts and other styles. Layla Ilchi, WWD, 1 Nov. 2024 Uniqlo Souffle Yarn Short Cardigan Courtesy of brand 3/16 Uniqlo Souffle Yarn Short Cardigan $50 Uniqlo For a V-neck cardigan that’s perfect for the office, look to this pick from Uniqlo. Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 29 Oct. 2024 Next, add a simple, oversized V-neck sweater in cozy wool or cashmere, and velvet, Mary Jane flats to bring even more rich tactility. Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for V-neck 

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of V-neck was in 1882

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“V-neck.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/V-neck. Accessed 7 Nov. 2024.

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