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

Her ring, necklace, bracelet and earrings were all from Bulgari’s Serpenti line, complementing her gown’s coils. —Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 15 Sep. 2025

Archives necklace plus additional pieces from the brand. —Jackie Fields, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025

On her feet, a pair of perspex heels, and jewelry that included silver hoop earrings and a charm necklace. —Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 13 Sep. 2025

These picks are designed to make getting around smoother, way more efficient, and to help frequent fliers avoid travel chaos (think tangled necklaces, dead phone batteries, and neck strains). —Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 12 Sep. 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