Definition of chokernext
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 Especially memorable designs include its Naga choker, wherein each gem represents ornaments worn by a different native tribe, and its Naga orchid necklace, inspired by the nearly 400 species of the flowering plant found in the region. Sohini Dey, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Sep. 2026 Sunburned in my memory was the wall of belts, cuffs and chokers dripping gloriously in silver studs. Julissa James, Los Angeles Times, 12 Aug. 2026 Length-wise, styles that sit at the center of the neck – and higher iterations that verge on a nostalgic choker—are among the most popular, while longer iterations that skim the sternum offer more of an impact. Alice Cary, Vogue, 27 July 2026 Larger versions can be worn as chokers or hung from a long boho-style cord, while smaller ones are perfect for layering. Selene Oliva, Glamour, 18 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for choker
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necklace
Noun
  • Top it off with one of Róhe’s signatures—a drapey satin top—and a pendant necklace from their display case of treasures, featuring vintage silver jewelry alongside the house’s contemporary styles.
    Madeline Fass, Vogue, 14 Sep. 2026
  • The massive diamond necklace features a white-gold collar with black lacquer and took 1,107 hours to make.
    Chanel Vargas, InStyle, 14 Sep. 2026

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“Choker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/choker. Accessed 21 Sep. 2026.

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