boatneck

noun

boat·​neck ˈbōt-ˌnek How to pronounce boatneck (audio)
: a wide neckline that extends toward the tips of the shoulders

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Standout picks include a breathable button-down and a Gap boatneck pullover that’s the perfect weight for 60-degree days. Annie Blackman, InStyle, 21 Feb. 2026 Amazon Essentials Cotton Heavyweight Relaxed-Fit Long-Sleeve Boatneck Top A classic boatneck top for under $10? Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 15 Feb. 2026 The denim pieces are complemented with easy layering pieces like funnel-neck suede jacket, a raglan-sleeve cardigan and ’90s boatneck tees and relaxed T-shirts. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 13 Feb. 2026 Prettygarden Boatneck Top A layering staple, this boatneck top can be worn under a blazer if you’re headed to the office or a fuzzy jacket for casual outings. Emma Guillen, PEOPLE, 16 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for boatneck

Word History

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of boatneck was in 1921

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“Boatneck.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/boatneck. Accessed 23 Feb. 2026.

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