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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Guests at the Rosewood can easily visit the local wats or shops such as Anakha Lifestyle, for local finds including sustainable buffalo-horn jewel boxes, hair clips, and chokers finished with silver filigree.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
Most notably, the actor wore a De Beers London Summer choker necklace from the house’s Metamorphosis 2023 couture collection.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2026
Four years after their wedding, Charles and Diana visited Australia in 1985, and the ever fashion forward Diana famously opted to wear the choker as a headband—a decision that Brides reported irritated the Queen.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026
In their stead, bring a small selection of more affordable, fun accessories — like these chunky gold teardrop earrings and turquoise studs, or this simple, elegant choker necklace set.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Mar. 2026
Most notably, the actor wore a De Beers London Summer choker necklace from the house’s Metamorphosis 2023 couture collection.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 16 Mar. 2026
Four years after their wedding, Charles and Diana visited Australia in 1985, and the ever fashion forward Diana famously opted to wear the choker as a headband—a decision that Brides reported irritated the Queen.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 16 Mar. 2026
In their stead, bring a small selection of more affordable, fun accessories — like these chunky gold teardrop earrings and turquoise studs, or this simple, elegant choker necklace set.
—Lydia Mansel, Travel + Leisure, 11 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for choker
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“Choker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/choker. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.
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choker
noun
chok·er
ˈchō-kər 
1
: one that chokes
2
: something (as a necklace) that fits closely around the neck
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