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 of necklace
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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Kitten heeled pumps, a pearl necklace, and a tassel hairpin give it an elegant, Audrey Hepburn-like finish.
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Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 13 Jan. 2026
The strapless fringe dress was paired with platform heels and a choker necklace.
—Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 13 Jan. 2026
Blanco omitted a shirt under his black suit but wore a dazzling silver necklace and coordinating embellished loafers.
—Sabrina Weiss, PEOPLE, 13 Jan. 2026
The actress and singer, who was presenting at the awards, completed her striking look with a diamond necklace that had a black crystal pendant and diamond stud earrings.
—Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 12 Jan. 2026
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“Necklace.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/necklace. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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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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