1
: one that chokes
2
: something (such as a collar or necklace) worn closely about the throat or neck
Examples of choker in a Sentence
They called him a choker when he missed the shot that would have won the game.
a pearl choker closely wrapped around her throat
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For inspiration, look at how Chanel added its signature double Cs as a closure on a choker on its Spring/Summer 2025 runway (photo above).
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Ana Colon, refinery29.com, 27 Jan. 2025
The 43-year-old paired the gown, recreated for her by the French fashion house Givenchy, with black, elbow-length opera gloves, stiletto heels, a diamond choker necklace, and a chignon.
—Sam Reed, Glamour, 21 Jan. 2025
Earle, meanwhile, pairs the sleek faux leather-looking jeans with a tonal bralette and choker, finishing the look with a pair of platform clog shoes.
—Marissa Muller, WWD, 23 Jan. 2025
Reid not long ago was considered, at best, the greatest coach never to win a Super Bowl and, at worst, an all-time postseason choker.
—Tim Graham, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
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Ana Colon, refinery29.com, 27 Jan. 2025
The 43-year-old paired the gown, recreated for her by the French fashion house Givenchy, with black, elbow-length opera gloves, stiletto heels, a diamond choker necklace, and a chignon.
—Sam Reed, Glamour, 21 Jan. 2025
Earle, meanwhile, pairs the sleek faux leather-looking jeans with a tonal bralette and choker, finishing the look with a pair of platform clog shoes.
—Marissa Muller, WWD, 23 Jan. 2025
Reid not long ago was considered, at best, the greatest coach never to win a Super Bowl and, at worst, an all-time postseason choker.
—Tim Graham, The Athletic, 22 Jan. 2025
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“Choker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/choker. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.
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choker
noun
chok·er
ˈchō-kər 
1
: one that chokes
2
: something (as a necklace) that fits closely around the neck
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