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

Examples of V-neck in a Sentence

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The V-neck, polo-style collar, crisp white buttons, and rust-orange hue give it a refined yet approachable feel. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 5 Feb. 2026 The high-rise waist creates a smoother look, and it can be worn with a V-neck sweater and white shirt combo to give it a preppy vibe à la the actress. Rylee Johnston, PEOPLE, 30 Jan. 2026 He’s seated casually, sporting a black V-neck T-shirt, thick black circular spectacles, and a messier version of his signature platinum coif, enjoying his evening pint of vodka-soda. Jonathan Borge, InStyle, 29 Jan. 2026 The frock was the Reformation Lucine dress and featured a V-neck neckline that was adorned with a lace detail. Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 29 Jan. 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 9 Feb. 2026.

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