: 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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Alexa Chung doubled up on jackets in Paris, styling a classic Mac trench coat in khaki over a navy nylon bomber, V-neck sweater, and white button-down shirt for a masterclass in layering. Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 17 Mar. 2026 From its wavy V-neck collar to its delicate hole cutouts, there are so many small details that make this short-sleeve sweater such a cute find. Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026 Like the room, Kempczinski is tidy and ordinary-looking in a V-neck sweater and collared shirt. Megan McArdle, Washington Post, 15 Mar. 2026 Samefar Short-Sleeve Blouse If your spring plans include early morning tee times or breezy afternoons that still carry a chill, this V-neck blouse deserves a spot in your closet. Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2026 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 25 Mar. 2026.

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