as in necklace
an ornamental chain or string (as of beads) worn around the neck a pearl choker closely wrapped around her throat

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Recent Examples of choker Photo by Archive Photos/Getty Images Sherman was a squeaky clean regular on the covers of Tiger Beat and Sixteen magazines, often with hair over his eyes and a choker on his neck. CBS News, 24 June 2025 That lineup is chock full of chokers up and down the lineup. David O'Brien, New York Times, 16 June 2025 The host accessorized with red choker necklaces, rings and red platform sandals. Season 7 of the reality dating show premiered on Peacock Tuesday, June 3, with some technical difficulties. Catherine Santino, People.com, 14 June 2025 Related Articles Erivo completed her look with statement diamond earrings and a matching choker necklace. Renan Botelho, Footwear News, 8 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for choker
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necklace
Noun
  • Brides in South Asia are famously decked out in the precious metal – necklaces, earrings, nose rings, hair pieces and amulets – that can be gifted or inherited.
    Ramishah Maruf, CNN Money, 13 July 2025
  • This stunning pendant necklace is the next staple in our weekly Kendra Scott jewelry rotation.
    Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 12 July 2025

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“Choker.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/choker. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.

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