necklace

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈnɛkləs/
• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈnɛklɪs/ or /ˈnɛkləs/

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Noun

Singular necklace

Plural necklaces

A man wearing a necklace.

1. (countable) A necklace is a piece of jewelry that is worn around the neck. Usually, it is a string of metal, gems or beads.

   Stephanie's necklace consisted of a series of gold bands and a large diamond.

2. (uncountable) Necklace can also be the name given to an item that is shaped like a necklace.

   The Emerald Necklace is a series of parks in Boston, Massachusetts