necktie

noun

neck·​tie ˈnek-ˌtī How to pronounce necktie (audio)
: 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. 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

Word History

First Known Use

1838, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of necktie was in 1838

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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 How to pronounce necktie (audio)
: a narrow length of cloth worn about the neck and tied in front

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