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carcanet

noun

Definition of carcanetnext
archaic
as in torque

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  1. torque
  2. beads
  3. dog collar
  4. necklace
Noun
  • This is the Torcal, a fastback SUV with more torque than any Bentley before it.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 26 Sep. 2026
  • That engine’s output is 1,578 hp and 1,180 ft lbs of torque on standard gas.
    — Sean Evans, Robb Report, 26 Sep. 2026
Definition of torque
Noun
  • Just one week after announcing her engagement to Ben-Sylvester Strautmann, the 27-year-old royal posted a series of photos of her wearing a stunning golden gown embellished with thousands of glitzy beads.
    — Gina Kalsi, PEOPLE, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Among humanity’s earliest forms of adornment, beads have carried associations with status, spirituality and protection across cultures and centuries.
    — Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of beads
Noun
  • For a more reliable alternative with longer battery life, the Fi Mini remains our Editors' Choice for GPS dog collars.
    — Tyler Hayes, PC Magazine, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Wilde performed the act, while clad in a full latex suit, during a scene in which Cooper’s character is wearing a blindfold and a dog collar.
    — Christina Perrier, InStyle, 30 July 2026
Definition of dog collar
Noun
  • The bride changed into a TWP strapless dress and shell necklace as the dancing really kicked off.
    — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 21 Sep. 2026
  • Signet Jewelers said diamond tennis bracelets, tennis necklaces, studs, and yellow gold are resonating with Gen Z shoppers entering the category, including men.
    — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 20 Sep. 2026
Definition of necklace
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“Carcanet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/carcanet. Accessed 28 Sep. 2026.

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