necklace

noun

neck·​lace ˈne-kləs 

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

Synonyms

• choker
• collar
• dog collar
• lei

Examples of necklace in a Sentence

found a lovely necklace to match the bracelet and ring her mother had given her

Recent Examples on the Web

Standing at the intersection where Connell died, Minton touched the necklace gently. —Ariane Lange, Sacramento Bee, 17 Feb. 2025

Saldana’s jewelry which consisted of a necklace, earrings, and assorted rings was striking, these pieces were credited to De Beers. —Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 16 Feb. 2025

The actress paired the dress with white high heels, a diamond necklace, which hung down behind her back, and a pair of diamond earrings. —Lori A Bashian Fox News, Fox News, 15 Feb. 2025

And in advance of Valentine’s Day, Frankel swooped up Talbots’ ivory cardigan that is embroidered with red hearts and an Elsa Peretti-type gold open heart pendant necklace. —Rosemary Feitelberg, WWD, 14 Feb. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1577, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for necklace

• feckless
• reckless

Kids Definition

necklace

noun

neck·​lace ˈnek-ləs 

: an ornament (as a string of beads) worn around the neck