1
2
as in arrest
the act of taking or holding under one's control by authority of law
when the murderer was finally apprehended, the detective who doggedly checked every single lead got credit for the collar
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in to arrest
to take or keep under one's control by authority of law
the juvenile delinquent was collared for robbing houses
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in to grab
to take physical control or possession of (something) suddenly or forcibly
she collared the boy before he could get into the cookie jar
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of collar
Christine Pelisek, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
The puma was fitted with a GPS-tracking collar as part of a University of California, Santa Cruz study, loaded onto a crate and taken to a spot in the Santa Cruz Mountains where it was released, the CDFW said.
—Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 16 June 2026
Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026
The collaring project aims to give insight into pup survival, and causes and rates of mortality.
—Erin Hassanzadeh, CBS News, 1 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for collar
Noun
According to prosecutors, who cited testimony and evidence at McCue's trial, the children allegedly suffered severe beatings and were forced to wear shock collars and stand naked on cinder blocks for hours or sometimes days at a time.
—Christine Pelisek, PEOPLE, 16 June 2026
The puma was fitted with a GPS-tracking collar as part of a University of California, Santa Cruz study, loaded onto a crate and taken to a spot in the Santa Cruz Mountains where it was released, the CDFW said.
—Carlos E. Castañeda, CBS News, 16 June 2026
Verb
While attending a screening of TheDevil Wears Prada 2 in New York City, Anne Hathaway did Andy Sachs proud in a striking red collared midi dress.
—Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 8 May 2026
The collaring project aims to give insight into pup survival, and causes and rates of mortality.
—Erin Hassanzadeh, CBS News, 1 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for collar
Recent Examples of Synonyms for collar
Noun
-
Gibelli wore a form-fitting lace dress paired with a Spanish-style lace veil, a statement necklace and her hair down.—
Angelique Brenes,
PEOPLE,
18 June 2026
-
The piece can be worn in its full form, a long Question Mark (pictured), a short Question Mark, a collar necklace, a brooch, or a hair jewel.—
Jill Newman,
Robb Report,
18 June 2026
Noun
-
White was remanded following his initial arrest in March 2025, and will be arraigned at a later date.—
Katie Houlis,
CBS News,
18 June 2026
-
One of the victim’s owners tipped off authorities a day before the couple’s arrest.—
Seamus Bozeman
Follow,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
Verb
-
Aemond was named Prince Regent in the aftermath, and seized control of the Iron Throne while Aegon recovered.—
Tracy Brown,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2026
-
Federal customs officials at Washington Dulles Airport seized 139 pounds of Ethiopian khat, a plant chewed for its amphetamine-like effect, that was destined for Sacramento.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
Verb
-
There is an art to cutting a cantaloupe, which starts long before grabbing the knife and cutting board.—
Alexandra Frost,
USA Today,
22 June 2026
-
Schmidt can be forgiven for making this headline-grabbing prediction.—
Rob Toews,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2026
Verb
-
If caught in a rip current, remain calm.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
18 June 2026
-
Secure loose outdoor items and adjust plans as necessary so you're not caught outside.—
CA Weather Bot,
Sacbee.com,
18 June 2026
Verb
-
The Maple Leafs snatched up high-scoring Lightning defenseman Darren Raddysh, a pending free agent, in a sign-and-trade for a fifth-round pick.—
Alex Kirshner,
New York Times,
20 June 2026
-
Miles helped the Lynx (11-3) make a strong push for a spot in the Commissioner’s Cup championship, but the Las Vegas Aces snatched the final spot against the New York Liberty with a victory over Phoenix on Wednesday night.—
Jordan Puente,
Los Angeles Times,
18 June 2026
Verb
-
Night is falling in Altadena as bats circle, peacocks wail and photographer Kevin Cooley tries to capture what’s left of a tree.—
Marah Eakin,
Los Angeles Times,
24 June 2026
-
The new glasses can play music, translate languages and answer questions about a person’s surroundings by capturing images with the glasses’ cameras, like Meta’s Ray-Ban and Oakley glasses.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
23 June 2026
Cite this Entry
“Collar.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collar. Accessed 24 Jun. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
