neckline

noun

neck·​line ˈnek-ˌlīn How to pronounce neckline (audio)
: the line of the neck opening of a garment

Examples of neckline in a Sentence

The dress has a square neckline.
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It’s finished with stylish epaulets, wide cuffs, a collared neckline, and bunched hem. Emily Weaver, PEOPLE, 29 Oct. 2025 Like Knowles, Gayle King embraced autumnal tones as well, wearing a silky satin orange dress with an asymmetrical neckline and floral appliqués on the one sleeve. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 28 Oct. 2025 Accentuate the dramatic v-neckline with a single statement piece like this eye-catching pearl necklace from Madewell for a relaxed yet stylish look perfect for drinks on the terrace of a buzzy 11th arrondissement wine bar—or my neighborhood go-to, Les Œillets. Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 25 Oct. 2025 Simpson walked the red carpet in a daring black latex dress with a plunging neckline and a thigh-high slit. Emily Trainham, FOXNews.com, 18 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for neckline

Word History

First Known Use

1904, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of neckline was in 1904

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“Neckline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/neckline. Accessed 29 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

neckline

noun
neck·​line -ˌlīn How to pronounce neckline (audio)
: the outline of the neck opening of a garment

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