choker

noun

chok·​er ˈchō-kər How to pronounce choker (audio)
1
: one that chokes
2
: something (such as a collar or necklace) worn closely about the throat or neck

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
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Heidi wore a diamond choker, while Leni wore a necklace adorned with emerald jewels. Lori A Bashian, FOXNews.com, 30 Aug. 2025 The halter-neck mini, from the brand Retrofête ($1,498), is completely covered in strands of pearls, including at the collar, which gave the look of a pearl choker necklace. Sam Reed, Glamour, 29 Aug. 2025 And even as Alcaraz held the trophy aloft, Sinner didn’t seem like a choker. Hua Hsu, New Yorker, 20 Aug. 2025 Ortega’s look featured minimal jewelry pieces, opting for delicate rings and a choker necklace. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 11 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for choker

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1552, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of choker was circa 1552

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“Choker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/choker. Accessed 10 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

choker

noun
chok·​er ˈchō-kər How to pronounce choker (audio)
1
: one that chokes
2
: something (as a necklace) that fits closely around the neck

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