boatneck

noun

boat·​neck ˈbōt-ˌnek How to pronounce boatneck (audio)
: a wide neckline that extends toward the tips of the shoulders

Examples of boatneck in a Sentence

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To watch the blockbuster show, the Kardashians star wore a black column maxi skirt with a hip-high slit and a nude-toned boatneck top, which featured attached long leather sleeves, semi-sheer panels, and a full backless cutout. Quinci Legardye, Harper's BAZAAR, 28 May 2023 For a luxe date night with husband Justin Bieber in London last month, the star wore a structured update on the LBD, a recycled wool dress by Acne Studios featuring a boatneck, viscose satin lining, and darts at the waist. Quinci Legardye, Harper's BAZAAR, 16 Jan. 2022 Sheer lace at the boatneck neckline and hemline offers a peek of skin while still being appropriate for even a conservative service. Town & Country, 23 Feb. 2023 The simple and elegant floor-length dress is sleeveless and features a boatneck. Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 18 July 2022 See all Example Sentences for boatneck 

Word History

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of boatneck was in 1921

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“Boatneck.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/boatneck. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.

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