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

Saldaña was draped in a black V-neck gown; Kidman sported effortlessly chic bangs and a shimmering Art Deco–esque top. — Kenneal Patterson, Vanity Fair, 30 July 2026

This dress — also in the vibrant red associated with the World Cup champions’ jerseys — had a V-neck, short sleeves and a self-tie belt knotted at the hip, with a fuller skirt that opened at the front. — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 21 July 2026

The V-neck and floral print give it an elevated look, and shoppers have assured the fabric is perfect for the summer heat. — Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026

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