: a wide neckline that extends toward the tips of the shoulders
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Her stomach bulged beneath her I ❤ FLORIDA boatneck and her face was round and waxy-pale.—Stephen King, The Atlantic, 15 May 2026 If you're headed somewhere cooler, an organic cotton fisherman boatneck sweater is a more mid-weight option that's warm, but won't take up too much real estate in your luggage.—Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026 This chic set caught my eye thanks to the boatneck hemline that can be worn on or off-the-shoulder.—Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 12 Apr. 2026 The boatneck top adds a subtle nod to classic French style and features an adjustable tie at the back to give a little definition around the waist.—Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 8 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for boatneck