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

Brides in South Asia are famously decked out in the precious metal – necklaces, earrings, nose rings, hair pieces and amulets – that can be gifted or inherited. —Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 13 July 2025

This stunning pendant necklace is the next staple in our weekly Kendra Scott jewelry rotation. —Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 12 July 2025

The deceased woman was also wearing a black necklace with a cross that family said belonged to DiNapoli, according to court documents. —Caelyn Pender, Mercury News, 11 July 2025

This story is as set in stone as Batman’s mother having her pearl necklace scattered in an alleyway. —Siddhant Adlakha, Vulture, 11 July 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