choker

noun chok·er \ ˈchō-kər \

Updated on: 19 Apr 2018

Definition of choker

1 : one that chokes

2 : something (such as a collar or necklace) worn closely about the throat or neck

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Examples of choker in a Sentence

They called him a choker when he missed the shot that would have won the game.
a pearl choker closely wrapped around her throat

Recent Examples of choker from the Web

Then Cowens spit at Johnny after Johnny called him a choker.

— from express-news archives, San Antonio Express-News, "HemisFair Arena was where Spurs first scored with S.A. fans," 7 Apr. 2018
The ‘90s have been back in style for a while now, thanks to unforgettable trends like slip dresses, tiny sunglasses, platform shoes, and choker necklaces.

— kara nesvig, Teen Vogue, "'90s-Style Snap Clips Take Instagram By Storm," 10 Mar. 2018
The 71-year-old was spotted in the Sydney, Australia airport on Wednesday giving off strong ’70s vibes in a pair of bell-bottom jeans, a plunging top accentuated with a belt around her waist, plus a choker necklace and platform sandals.

— colleen kratofil, PEOPLE.com, "Cher, 71, Has Been Wearing Bell Bottoms and Wacky Hats to the Airport for More Than 40 Years," 28 Feb. 2018
Think of this type as a pearl choker with very little chain between each pearl.

— kimberly dawn neumann, Redbook, "Yes, You Can Double Your Pleasure In Bed," 16 Oct. 2017
Scrunchies, choker necklaces, body glitter, lip gloss — this is just some of the evidence that our favorite decade is back in a big way.

— samantha sasso, refinery29.com, "Kendall Jenner's Favorite Accessory Is Surprisingly Affordable," 15 Mar. 2018
Sofia Carson was all drama in a red cape gown with 26.10 carats of diamonds in her Chopard choker.

— leanne italie, chicagotribune.com, "Drama in red and neutrals on Oscars red carpet," 4 Mar. 2018
Sofia Carson wore a red cape gown with 26.10 carats of diamonds in her Chopard choker.

— Washington Post, "Drama in red and neutrals on Oscars red carpet," 4 Mar. 2018
There is no doubt KU is behind the others, but the narrative of the program as a constant tournament choker is a little overdone, no?

— sam mellinger, kansascity, "Mellinger Minutes: KU’s titles, Peters trade, Royals rebuild and is the Big 12 good? | The Kansas City Star," 27 Feb. 2018

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First Known Use of choker

circa 1552

choker Synonyms

Synonyms

collar, dog collar, lei, necklace;

Related Words

torque (or torc);

beads, carcanet [archaic], rivière;

rope, strand;

bangle, lavaliere (also lavalliere), locket, pendant (also pendent);

CHOKER Defined for English Language Learners

choker

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Definition of choker for English Language Learners

: a necklace that fits closely around the neck
: a person who fails to do something because of nervousness : a person who chokes

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