: a V-shaped neck of a garment
also : a garment (such as a sweater) with a V-shaped neck
V-necked adjective

Examples of V-neck in a Sentence

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Lipa wore a black dress with a plunging V-neck halter made by Chanel, while Turner opted for a custom Louis Vuitton black suit, per Vogue. Jordana Comiter, People.com, 12 June 2025 Her dress featured a deep V-neck halter design, a sheer top covered by sequins that were also added to the hem of the short skirt. Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 9 June 2025 Wear this $24 V-neck blouse with three-quarter ruffle sleeves to the office, then straight to happy hour with colleagues. Isabel Garcia, People.com, 31 May 2025 The wrap silhouette is flattering, and the V-neck is appropriate for day or night wear. Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 24 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for V-neck

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of V-neck was in 1882

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“V-neck.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/V-neck. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.

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