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 of necklace

• beads
• collar
• 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

Besides a necklace of thorns, which draws small drops of blood, Kahlo appears to be more focused on the relief of healing. — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Shop Official KPop Demon Hunters Jewelry The KPop Demon Hunters capsule collection includes earrings, necklaces, bracelets and keychains inspired by HUNTR/X, the fictional K-pop singing trio in the film. — Tim Chan, Footwear News, 7 Sep. 2026

Police said Strode walks with a cane, usually wears sunglasses and carries a medical alert necklace. — Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 5 Sep. 2026

In Dead Souls, birdlike heads begin large and become progressively smaller around the necklace, ending beside a clasp representing the AIDS virus. — Livia Caligor, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026

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