as in necklace
an ornamental chain or string (as of beads) worn around the neck a pearl choker closely wrapped around her throat

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Recent Examples of choker The star sported an updo with face-framing pieces and added a silver choker necklace. Rachel Flynn, People.com, 27 May 2025 Another key piece is a showstopper of a choker centered with a 129-carat emerald cabochon. Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 13 May 2025 Felicity Jones, in a reflective satin high-neck Giorgio Armani Privé dress, left a little room for a choker, but decided to arrive un-choked. Tiana Randall, Forbes, 3 Mar. 2025 In March, the brand began selling the first of its collaborations with U.S. connections: a snake chain choker (in a choice of metals, starting at $650) and bracelet (starting at $400), made with the fashion house 3.1 Phillip Lim. Felicia Craddock, New York Times, 20 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for choker
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necklace
Noun
  • Each necklace has three flashing modes: fast blinking, slow blinking and steady on. Add some fun to any Independence Day outfit with these patriotic headbands and glasses your kids are sure to love.
    Christopher Murray may earn a commission if you buy through our referral links. This content was created by a team that works independently from the Fox newsroom., FOXNews.com, 1 July 2025
  • Oversized pants anchored some opening looks, either cargo-influenced or a transformed white jean style that was paired with a layered bra-corset-camisole combo and dripping in chains and beaded necklaces that draped around the back and arms as well.
    Roxanne Robinson, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025

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“Choker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/choker. Accessed 4 Jul. 2025.

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