: a narrow length of material worn about the neck and tied in front
especially
: four-in-hand
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As a departure from the era of plain skinny ties, Lauren's wide, colorful neckties broke the mold, and his company grew from there.
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Diane J. Cho, People.com, 28 June 2025
One of Don Lemon’s neckties — in a way — is now part of LGBTQ+ history.
—Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 19 June 2025
The duo, who got engaged in December 2024, both wore white button-down shirts with black neckties.
—Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 22 May 2025
Emily’s black and white lines, neckties and waistcoats are juxtaposed with Stephanie’s colorful floral sweaters and flowing skirts.
—Jemal Polson, CNN Money, 8 May 2025
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Diane J. Cho, People.com, 28 June 2025
One of Don Lemon’s neckties — in a way — is now part of LGBTQ+ history.
—Rod Stafford Hagwood, Sun Sentinel, 19 June 2025
The duo, who got engaged in December 2024, both wore white button-down shirts with black neckties.
—Madison E. Goldberg, People.com, 22 May 2025
Emily’s black and white lines, neckties and waistcoats are juxtaposed with Stephanie’s colorful floral sweaters and flowing skirts.
—Jemal Polson, CNN Money, 8 May 2025
See All Example Sentences for necktie
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“Necktie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/necktie. Accessed 9 Jul. 2025.
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necktie
noun
neck·tie
-ˌtī 
: a narrow length of cloth worn about the neck and tied in front
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