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

• collar
• beads
• choker
• pendant

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

Police said one display case held between $700,000 and $800,000 in Rolex watches, another contained an emerald necklace valued at $125,000, along with a platinum diamond, and two other cases contained a large amount of gold jewelry. —Hollie Silverman, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Aug. 2025

Before putting them on, lay out the necklaces unclasped. —Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 17 Aug. 2025

Conrad also says goodbye to Belly and returns the infinity necklace to her. —Dina Kaur, AZCentral.com, 14 Aug. 2025

The Venus Williams Barbie comes equipped with a green gem necklace inspired by the accessories from her 2007 tournament win, as well as a wristband, tennis racket, and ball. —Demicia Inman, VIBE.com, 13 Aug. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1577, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for necklace

• feckless
• reckless

Kids Definition

necklace

noun

neck·​lace ˈnek-ləs 

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