necklace

noun

ˈne-kləs How to pronounce necklace (audio)
Definition of necklacenext
as in beads
an ornamental chain or string (as of beads) worn around the neck found a lovely necklace to match the bracelet and ring her mother had given her

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Recent Examples of necklace Described in Science Advances, the technology combines chemical sensing, machine learning, and wearable devices shaped as bracelets or necklaces. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2026 Pieces include pendant necklaces, bracelets, rings and earrings, all with flower motifs. — Catherine Santino, PEOPLE, 23 Oct. 2026 Police say 31-year-old Tyron Henton shot a suspect, later identified as 24-year-old Deavyn Holt, who smashed a jewelry display case at La Gran Plaza last week and took a panel with gold necklaces before running away. — S.e. Jenkins, CBS News, 19 Oct. 2026 Startups including Plaud and Pocket also developed card-sized note-taking devices, while Friend offers an AI necklace. — Mackenzie Sigalos,annie Palmer, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for necklace
Recent Examples of Synonyms for necklace
  1. beads
  2. collar
  3. choker
  4. pendant
Noun
  • The actress turned to designer Elias Matso for her look — a halter dress embellished with beads, bands of fabric and a fringy skirt.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 20 Oct. 2026
  • The Laundry Bundle includes a pack of detergent sheets, fabric softener sheets and in-wash scent booster beads.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026
Definition of beads
Noun
  • On the fall 2026 runways, romantic clothes arrived styled like everything else in your closet—a lace skirt with a cotton shirt, a gown with a combat boot, a ruffled collar over plain velvet trousers—and the shift is visible on the street too.
    — Laurence Goldberg, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Paired with her chocolate brown booties, Camilla donned a black wool trench coat with button closures fastening the collar in place, layered over what appeared to be a cowl-neck blouse with a floral-esque pattern.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of collar
Noun
  • The pair opted for a light-wash denim look, complete with coordinating cowboy hats and chokers.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026
  • The polished green tourmaline of her Bulgari choker shone like some kind of enchanted talisman.
    — Oscar Holland, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of choker
Noun
  • Bonacina chairs surround a round Time & Style table beneath a silk pendant by Fortuny.
    — David Foxley, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Add-ons include a handy ferro rod pendant for campers, a 20-piece bit set, and replacement graphite tips and blades.
    — Abhimanyu Ghoshal, New Atlas, 19 Oct. 2026
Definition of pendant

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“Necklace.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/necklace. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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