Definition of CHOKER

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 on the Web In one corner hung a barely there brassiere adorned with a rhinestone choker. — Sheila Marikar, 1843, "Arab millennials have a new favourite fashion brand," 7 May 2020 Featured in the video was a sparkling O-Ring choker around Bad Bunny’s neck that was stacked with rings, pearls and chains, paired with a set of earrings dangling down to his collarbone. — Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, "From Bad Bunny’s baubles to hand-sanitizer bottles, this jewelry designer is in demand," 23 Apr. 2020 At One Place, a Cortexflo digital camera documents the internal bruising and effects of strangulation, even the handprints of the choker. — Lanier Isom, al, "Domestic violence during a pandemic and shelter in place," 31 Mar. 2020 Miley looked like a rockstar in a black midriff top, tight vinyl pants, and a flashy Gucci belt, while Dua went for a more summery look with a yellow tulip print crop top, high-waisted turquoise pants, and a Chanel logo choker. — Kara Nesvig, Teen Vogue, "From Maggie Roger’s Tie Dyed Look to Sophie Turner’s Vintage Gumby Tee, These Are the Celeb Fits You Missed This Weekend," 5 Aug. 2019 The Royaume choker takes its cue from a gorget, a metal neckpiece designed to protect the throat; its centerpiece is a 19.31-carat Royal Blue sapphire surrounded by more than 1,600 diamonds and sapphires set in 18-karat white gold. — Laurie Brookins, The Hollywood Reporter, "The Latest Red Carpet-Ready Looks From Paris High-Jewelry Collections," 8 July 2019 On left: Stella Maxwell in a Versace bustier, skirt, earrings, choker, and sandals; James Turlington in a Versace blazer, shirt, pants, and shoes. — Harper's BAZAAR, "Some Say Love," 3 Feb. 2020 Milo Manara’s cover is Olivia Vinten in a Gucci leather and lace top, leather choker, latex gloves, and a whip with a Gucci handle. — Channing Hargrove, refinery29.com, "‘Vogue Italia’ Is Bringing Back Fashion Illustration On Its Covers," 6 Jan. 2020 Around her neck was a thick diamond choker appropriate for an awards ceremony. — Ephrat Livni, Quartz, "The sartorial style highlights of the Trump impeachment trial," 1 Feb. 2020

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15 May 2020

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“Choker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/choker. Accessed 4 Jul. 2020.

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