V-neck

noun

ˈvē-ˌnek 

: a V-shaped neck of a garment

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

V-necked

ˈvē-ˌnekt 

adjective

Examples of V-neck in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The classic V-neck top features a raw hem for a relaxed, down-to-earth feel, while the loose straight-leg pant keeps you comfortable as the days start to cool. — ABC News, 14 Sep. 2026

The elevated details of the sporty track stripes, wide-leg silhouette, and preppy V-neck look sophisticated and cool. — Kaitlin Clapinski, InStyle, 11 Sep. 2026

The design features a low-cut V-neck that elongates the leg, with a slim high heel that creates a powerful silhouette. — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 8 Sep. 2026

V-necks are nothing new, but Garner’s top, with its more subtle dip than the 2010s chest-baring version, feels modern. — Brooke Knappenberger, PEOPLE, 1 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for V-neck

• beck
• breck
• check
• cheque
• czech
• deck
• fleck
• keck
• mech
• neck
• peck
• reck