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

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Available in 24 shades, this chic ensemble includes a deep V-neck sweater top and relaxed, wide-leg lounge pants. Carin Ryan, Travel + Leisure, 28 Nov. 2025 As far as modesty is concerned — a common intergenerational argument-starter — the set doesn’t reveal too much, yet also keeps things modern by way of the midi skirt‘s front slit and the top’s V-neck. Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 26 Nov. 2025 There’s also a triangular shape designed specifically for deep V-neck styles. Malia Griggs, Glamour, 26 Nov. 2025 This option is designed with smocked lantern sleeves and a collar that can be buttoned closed or worn open as a V-neck. Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 13 Nov. 2025 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 29 Nov. 2025.

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