: a narrow length of material worn about the neck and tied in front
especially
: four-in-hand
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Because affiliates had not 100% signed on to broadcasting the show, the compromise was that Carlin would wear a suit and a t-shirt instead of a necktie.
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Olivia B. Waxman, TIME, 11 Oct. 2024
Some traditional clothing items—like women’s high heels and men’s neckties—have fallen out of fashion, and are often no longer required even in formal workplaces.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2024
In Toronto, Daisy Edgar-Jones opted for a sky-blue Gucci gown that was all about the flowing necktie—which blew in the wind for a dramatic delight.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 8 Sep. 2024
Rules include a ban on neckties for men and the representation of anyone in published material.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 16 Sep. 2024
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Olivia B. Waxman, TIME, 11 Oct. 2024
Some traditional clothing items—like women’s high heels and men’s neckties—have fallen out of fashion, and are often no longer required even in formal workplaces.
—Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2024
In Toronto, Daisy Edgar-Jones opted for a sky-blue Gucci gown that was all about the flowing necktie—which blew in the wind for a dramatic delight.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 8 Sep. 2024
Rules include a ban on neckties for men and the representation of anyone in published material.
—Brittney Melton, NPR, 16 Sep. 2024
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“Necktie.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/necktie. Accessed 23 Nov. 2024.
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necktie
noun
neck·tie
-ˌtī 
: a narrow length of cloth worn about the neck and tied in front
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