neckline

noun

neck·​line ˈnek-ˌlīn How to pronounce neckline (audio)
: the line of the neck opening of a garment

Examples of neckline in a Sentence

The dress has a square neckline.
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The halter gown featured a plunging, squared neckline made of piqué and silk-crepe, creating a contemporary sculptural silhouette. Julia Teti, WWD, 21 Nov. 2024 Poems written in tribute — 4 — Specification for T-shirt necklines or socks — CREW 5 — STONED — HIGH Overall, a pretty easy Mini today. Erik Kain, Forbes, 20 Nov. 2024 Neil Mockford In the back, the dress features a red ribbon corset detail that starts at the top of the neck and continues all the way down to the hem, secured at the neckline with a bow. Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 20 Nov. 2024 The corduroy dress has a square neckline, wide shoulder straps, decorative buttons, and front pockets. Emily Weaver, People.com, 2 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for neckline 

Word History

First Known Use

1904, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of neckline was in 1904

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“Neckline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/neckline. Accessed 28 Nov. 2024.

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neckline

noun
neck·​line -ˌlīn How to pronounce neckline (audio)
: the outline of the neck opening of a garment

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