turtleneck
noun
tur·tle·neck
ˈtər-tᵊl-ˌnek 
1
: a high close-fitting turnover collar used especially for sweaters
2
: a garment (such as a sweater) with a turtleneck
Examples of turtleneck in a Sentence
She wore a turtleneck under her jacket.
Recent Examples on the Web
Plus, Jaq rocks his little red turtleneck, jacket, and hat.
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Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 12 June 2024
The beloved Hulu Original unites the star power of Selena Gomez with the incredible comedic duo of Steve Martin and Martin Short as the trio solves mysteries in their New York City apartment building — all while wearing a great selection of coats and turtlenecks.
—Vulture, 12 June 2024
Meanwhile, Williams, 27, matched Lawrence's look in a leopard print wool jacket and shorts, also from Dior's latest winter collection, paired with a black turtleneck and pumps and a Dior bag.
—Escher Walcott, Peoplemag, 4 June 2024
The layering piece comes in a number of solid colors and stripe combos.
$85 at Everlane
Our readers agree on the importance of a classic turtleneck in your wardrobe.
—Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Feb. 2024
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Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 12 June 2024
The beloved Hulu Original unites the star power of Selena Gomez with the incredible comedic duo of Steve Martin and Martin Short as the trio solves mysteries in their New York City apartment building — all while wearing a great selection of coats and turtlenecks.
—Vulture, 12 June 2024
Meanwhile, Williams, 27, matched Lawrence's look in a leopard print wool jacket and shorts, also from Dior's latest winter collection, paired with a black turtleneck and pumps and a Dior bag.
—Escher Walcott, Peoplemag, 4 June 2024
The layering piece comes in a number of solid colors and stripe combos.
$85 at Everlane
Our readers agree on the importance of a classic turtleneck in your wardrobe.
—Meaghan Kenny, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Feb. 2024
See all Example Sentences for turtleneck
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“Turtleneck.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/turtleneck. Accessed 19 Jun. 2024.
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turtleneck
noun
tur·tle·neck
-ˌnek
1
: a high turned-over collar (as of a sweater)
2
: a garment (as a sweater) with a turtleneck
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