Definition of choker
1
: one that chokes
2
: something (such as a collar or necklace) worn closely about the throat or neck
Buying Guide
Make your own jewelry for gifts or for yourself with kits chosen by our Reviews team.
Test Your Vocabulary
The Great British Vocabulary Quiz
-
- Named after Sir Robert Peel, what are British police called?

Test your visual vocabulary with our 10-question challenge!
TAKE THE QUIZ
A daily challenge for crossword fanatics.
TAKE THE QUIZLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share choker
Time Traveler for choker
The first known use of choker was circa 1552
See more words from the same year