: a V-shaped neck of a garment
also : a garment (such as a sweater) with a V-shaped neck
V-necked adjective

Examples of V-neck in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Martha Stewart brought a cream V-neck crochet dress on a trip to Las Vegas, while Chrissy Teigen posted a stunning series of Instagram photos in a crisp white crochet maxi dress. Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 26 June 2024 God had told him to stop wearing V-neck T-shirts and shopping at thrift stores—a revelation somehow related to biblical manhood. Lane Scott Jones, Longreads, 25 June 2024 Find it on Amazon An A-Line Dress for a Summer Beach Party Bring out the lace this season with this A-line dress, which features a V-neck design and a ruffled hem. Hyphensocial Contributors, Rolling Stone, 21 June 2024 The top has a flattering design thanks to its V-neck and back and ruched, elastic waist. Bridget Degnan, Travel + Leisure, 21 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for V-neck 

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Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of V-neck was in 1882

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Cite this Entry

“V-neck.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/V-neck. Accessed 4 Jul. 2024.

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