: 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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The sweater is a roomy classic V-neck, and the wide-leg pants even come with convenient side pockets. Aly Walansky, Travel + Leisure, 10 Jan. 2026 With a pointed collar and breezy V-neck, polo sweaters act as a warm layer that instantly dresses up your outfit without a thought. Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026 The underwear offering will include boxer briefs in similar patterns along with crewneck and V-neck Ts in French terry and Supima pique. Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 9 Jan. 2026 The slightly rounded V-neck is a stylish touch, while the straight-leg pants are right on trend and keep any pajama allegations at bay. Annie Blackman, InStyle, 7 Jan. 2026 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 11 Jan. 2026.

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