1
: an ornament worn around the neck
2
: something likened to a necklace especially in forming a linked series or a circular pattern
a necklace of islands
Synonyms of necklace
Examples of necklace in a Sentence
found a lovely necklace to match the bracelet and ring her mother had given her
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Previously, recipients got a rainbow ribbon necklace that featured three gold plates.
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Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 7 Dec. 2025
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—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 7 Dec. 2025
One wore a silver cross necklace.
—Claire Healy, Miami Herald, 5 Dec. 2025
The Selfridges’ launch will also feature one necklace called Midnight Drive, a large, daring piece set with big rectangular gems.
—Constance Droganes, Footwear News, 5 Dec. 2025
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Zach Lachance, The Washington Examiner, 7 Dec. 2025
Keep scrolling to find a 3D puzzle reminiscent of your favorite New York City friend group, an under-$10 initial necklace, and a cookbook that’s 62 percent off at Amazon.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 7 Dec. 2025
One wore a silver cross necklace.
—Claire Healy, Miami Herald, 5 Dec. 2025
The Selfridges’ launch will also feature one necklace called Midnight Drive, a large, daring piece set with big rectangular gems.
—Constance Droganes, Footwear News, 5 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for necklace
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“Necklace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/necklace. Accessed 9 Dec. 2025.
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necklace
noun
neck·lace
ˈnek-ləs 
: an ornament (as a string of beads) worn around the neck
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