1
as in necklaces
an ornamental chain or string (as of beads) worn around the neck
a simple gold collar is all that little black cocktail dress needs
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in arrests
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 seizes
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 grabs
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 collars
Jessica Moore, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
The photos were printed out and framed for the couple and gifted alongside a print of the dogs’ paws, dog toys, custom collars, bandanas and an embroidery of the dogs' faces.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
The small town Indiana cheerleaders, jocks, and hoods sport shoulder pads, their Izod collars turned up, pants rolled into pleats.
—Literary Hub, 22 Oct. 2025
Like Carter’s design, the new pairs come in classic wheat and black colorways and feature the boot’s traditional padded leather collars and rubber outsoles.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2025
Viktor & Rolf played with exaggerated pointed collars and shorts with built in denim jackets tied around the waist.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 17 Oct. 2025
Hallmarks of the Ivy League—rugby shirts, polo collars, pleated skirts, easy button-downs—are everywhere right now, especially on the crowds at Fashion Week.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 8 Oct. 2025
She had been previously outfitted with several collars but escaped them all.
—John Raby, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025
There are near-endless uses for these devices—some shoppers even attach them to their dogs’ collars.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025
Noun
Gift ideas range from advent calendars and smart collars to anti-anxiety beds and pet carriers.
—Jessica Moore, USA Today, 4 Nov. 2025
The photos were printed out and framed for the couple and gifted alongside a print of the dogs’ paws, dog toys, custom collars, bandanas and an embroidery of the dogs' faces.
—Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 28 Oct. 2025
The small town Indiana cheerleaders, jocks, and hoods sport shoulder pads, their Izod collars turned up, pants rolled into pleats.
—Literary Hub, 22 Oct. 2025
Like Carter’s design, the new pairs come in classic wheat and black colorways and feature the boot’s traditional padded leather collars and rubber outsoles.
—Riley Jones, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2025
Viktor & Rolf played with exaggerated pointed collars and shorts with built in denim jackets tied around the waist.
—Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 17 Oct. 2025
Hallmarks of the Ivy League—rugby shirts, polo collars, pleated skirts, easy button-downs—are everywhere right now, especially on the crowds at Fashion Week.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 8 Oct. 2025
She had been previously outfitted with several collars but escaped them all.
—John Raby, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2025
There are near-endless uses for these devices—some shoppers even attach them to their dogs’ collars.
—Genevieve Cepeda, Travel + Leisure, 6 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for collars
Noun
-
The patent faux leather box has a wrap-around zipper closure and compartments with velvet-like lining to organize rings, earrings, necklaces, and bracelets at home or on the go.—
Isabel Garcia,
PEOPLE,
8 Nov. 2025
-
Over 30 pieces collected from the 1850s to the 1920s are on display, like Edwardian and late-Victorian diamond earrings, rings, bracelets, brooches and necklaces, a model of the 1903 Cadillac Model A, plus items collected from Steamboat Arabia’s sinking in 1856.—
Kansas City Star,
Kansas City Star,
8 Nov. 2025
Noun
-
In the filing, the group alleges that Wisconsin law doesn't allow officers to make civil arrests except in certain circumstances that do not apply to civil immigration enforcement.—
Laura Schulte,
jsonline.com,
7 Nov. 2025
-
Prosecutors said additional arrests were anticipated, and one suspect, Cole Williams, remained at large and believed to be in Tehachapi.—
Rosalio Ahumada,
Sacbee.com,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
Dolores notices they are gone and begins to lash out, and Abby seizes an opportunity to knock Dolores out.—
Allison DeGrushe,
Entertainment Weekly,
22 Oct. 2025
-
Continue reading … CRYPTO CRACKDOWN – DOJ seizes record $15 billion in Bitcoin in largest US forfeiture ever.—
,
FOXNews.com,
15 Oct. 2025
Verb
-
But the sustained fury grabs you.—
Jackson McHenry,
Vulture,
4 Nov. 2025
-
Today, artificial intelligence grabs headlines and AI stocks are soaring.—
Drew O’Connor,
Nashville Tennessean,
2 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
Alphonse Pierre’s Off the Dome column covers songs, mixtapes, albums, scenes, snippets, movies, Meek Mill tweets, fashion trends—and anything else that catches his attention.—
Alphonse Pierre,
Pitchfork,
6 Nov. 2025
-
Helm catches glimpses of the humans.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
Noun
-
Not only has Rodrigo been vocal in her opposition to Trump, endorsing his opponent Kamala Harris in the 2024 election, but she’s also specifically called out his harsh crackdown on immigration by way of ICE raids this past year.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
7 Nov. 2025
-
Von had been Trump-friendly before the gruesome and heartbreaking videos of the ICE raids targeting working immigrants started going viral on social media.—
Armando Tinoco,
Deadline,
7 Nov. 2025
Verb
-
His grandfather, Leroy Hanlon, frustrated by this hesitancy, snatches the instrument out of Mike’s hand and carries out the deed himself.—
Nick Romano,
Entertainment Weekly,
8 Oct. 2025
-
Wednesday then rescues Pugsley as Gomez and Morticia arrive, but before the family can properly reunite, Isaac snatches Wednesday into his telekinetic grip, choking her.—
Selome Hailu,
Variety,
4 Sep. 2025
Verb
-
My favorite is the Turtle Fur Totally Tubular—100 percent merino wool that traps heat better than fleece while staying breathable, keeping me warm even in sudden snow or chilly winds.—
Ariana Dickson,
Travel + Leisure,
6 Nov. 2025
-
The tragic death of the Sepulveda family patriarch calls his descendants back to Villa Sepulveda, a Spanish colonial manor in a coconut plantation; but a landslide traps the guests inside, transforming the funeral plans into a supernatural reckoning of sins.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
3 Nov. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Collars.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/collars. Accessed 11 Nov. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share