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 top has inner plunge cups, invisible wire support, and a smoothing V-neck. — Alexandra Malmed, InStyle, 16 July 2026

The collared V-neck and button front are flattering, while the short sleeves are cut generously through the upper arm with an elastic high waist that defines without being uncomfortable. — Robin Raven, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2026

El-Sayed, who is forty-one, wore jeans and a tight, black V-neck T-shirt that advertised his familiarity with the bench press; at times, his campaign style is less Bernie and more bro. — Jason Zengerle, New Yorker, 10 July 2026

With its breathable linen-blend fabric and flattering V-neck, this tank top is an easy choice for summer. — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 10 July 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