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

Pair it with sneakers and sunnies for day, or add heeled sandals and a statement necklace for a night out. — Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 3 Aug. 2026

The Scream actress—who recently broke up with longtime partner Johnny McDaid after 10 years together—styled her dark hair in a low side ponytail and layered with an elbow-length cream T-shirt and a beaded pendant necklace. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 3 Aug. 2026

Roaring Social will begin offering a special martini service this week that includes a diamond tennis necklace from Solomon Brothers Jewelers for $10,000. — Henri Hollis, AJC.com, 3 Aug. 2026

In her carousel, Larter included other photos featuring a plate of pasta with a glass of wine, a sunset and a selfie in which she was seen wearing a red top with a diamond necklace and a headset. — Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 2 Aug. 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