1
: an ornament worn around the neck
2
: something likened to a necklace especially in forming a linked series or a circular pattern
a necklace of islands
Examples of necklace in a Sentence
found a lovely necklace to match the bracelet and ring her mother had given her
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The products with the highest concentrations were a sushi tray, a spatula, and a beaded necklace.
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Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 13 Jan. 2025
Clasp one end of one necklace to the clasp of the other necklace, making what appears to be a single continuous necklace made from both necklaces together.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2025
The compact case has adjustable compartments to keep necklaces, earrings, rings, and more accessories organized while on the go and at home.
—Isabel Garcia, People.com, 11 Jan. 2025
The Halo Hearts Stud design is available in a 17.7-inch pendant necklace ($120) and a ring ($115).
—Nick Hall, WWD, 10 Jan. 2025
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Claire Bugos, Verywell Health, 13 Jan. 2025
Clasp one end of one necklace to the clasp of the other necklace, making what appears to be a single continuous necklace made from both necklaces together.
—Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 11 Jan. 2025
The compact case has adjustable compartments to keep necklaces, earrings, rings, and more accessories organized while on the go and at home.
—Isabel Garcia, People.com, 11 Jan. 2025
The Halo Hearts Stud design is available in a 17.7-inch pendant necklace ($120) and a ring ($115).
—Nick Hall, WWD, 10 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for necklace
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“Necklace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/necklace. Accessed 18 Jan. 2025.
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necklace
noun
neck·lace
ˈnek-ləs 
: an ornament (as a string of beads) worn around the neck
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