crew neck

noun

1
: a round collarless neckline
2
usually crewneck : a sweater with a crew neck

Examples of crew neck in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Shop layering tops, including this lightweight, long-sleeve crew neck that is up to $55 off right now in all 15 colors. Rachel Trujillo, Peoplemag, 21 Sep. 2024 The victim, about 5 feet, 6 inches tall, was wearing a blue, ribbed short-sleeve shirt with a crew neck; women’s pants; and a bra, Tierney said. Thao Nguyen, USA TODAY, 17 Sep. 2024 Rather than a crew neck, it’s constructed with a modern ribbed turtleneck perfect for keeping you warm on chilly flights. Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 6 Sep. 2024 The navy crew neck is buttery soft and sports high-contrast white lettering for a polished look. Maria Conti, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for crew neck 

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Word History

Etymology

from the sweaters with this neckline worn by oarsmen

First Known Use

1939, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of crew neck was in 1939

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“Crew neck.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crew%20neck. Accessed 8 Oct. 2024.

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