boatneck

noun

boat·​neck ˈbōt-ˌnek How to pronounce boatneck (audio)
: a wide neckline that extends toward the tips of the shoulders

Examples of boatneck in a Sentence

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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

Word History

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of boatneck was in 1921

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“Boatneck.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/boatneck. Accessed 20 May. 2026.

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