neckline

noun

neck·​line ˈnek-ˌlīn 

: the line of the neck opening of a garment

Examples of neckline in a Sentence

The dress has a square neckline.

Recent Examples on the Web

Wilson’s edgy attire included a black cowgirl hat, paired with a sleeveless black corset top with a plunging neckline and lace-up detailing on the front. —Julia Teti, Footwear News, 19 Aug. 2025

Regina King at 53 owns the room in powerful suiting and plunging necklines with sophistication. —Karissa Mitchell, Essence, 18 Aug. 2025

But the subtle contrast stitching detail along the neckline and sleeves is what sets this simple dress apart from other styles. —Melony Forcier, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2025

With stylish ring accents and a plunging halter neckline, this Tommy Bahama top is chic yet easy-to‑wear, structured enough to support larger bustlines, and soft enough to feel effortless. —Jené Luciani Sena May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 11 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1904, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing neckline

• sweetheart neckline

Rhymes for neckline

• affine
• airline
• align
• aline
• assign
• baseline
• beamline
• benign
• bloodline
• bovine
• byline
• canine

Kids Definition

neckline

noun

neck·​line -ˌlīn 

: the outline of the neck opening of a garment