: 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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The long-sleeve wrap dress has a V-neck and a ruffle hem. Isabel Garcia, People.com, 20 Dec. 2024 There are V-neck jersey dresses, long pants, button-downs, clutches, scarves, and halter-neck bathing suits. Elise Taylor, Vogue, 18 Dec. 2024 This maxi dress adds a silky touch to your winter outfits, complete with a V-neck design and cap sleeves for a more feminine touch. Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 17 Dec. 2024 Case in point: this chunky turtleneck cropped sweater that will pair well with everything from a long maxi skirt to wide-leg jeans; a bold red V-neck cardigan that mom will love paired over their winter 'fits. Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 17 Dec. 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 24 Dec. 2024.

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