necklace

noun

neck·​lace ˈne-kləs 

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

• choker
• collar
• dog collar
• lei

Examples of necklace in a Sentence

found a lovely necklace to match the bracelet and ring her mother had given her

Recent Examples on the Web

The carousel closed with a closeup video of a ring, necklace and stud earring from the gold and diamond Chloe Collection. —Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 5 Sep. 2024

The inventory is constantly updated and might feature paintings from Navajo artist Jackie Black, Kingman Arizona turquoise squash-blossom necklaces made by Navajo artist Mary Ann Spencer, and colorful Zapotec rugs. —Jen Murphy, Travel + Leisure, 5 Sep. 2024

Riddle accessorized with silver rings, earrings and a necklace. —Julia Teti, WWD, 4 Sep. 2024

This letter necklace set does just that with its two varied-length chains and hexagon initial pendant. —Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 3 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1577, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

necklace

noun

neck·​lace ˈnek-ləs 

: an ornament (as a string of beads) worn around the neck