turtleneck
Definition
- Noun:
- A sweater or jersey with a high, close-fitting collar: A turtleneck is a type of garment, typically a sweater or shirt, characterized by a high, snug collar that folds over and covers most of the neck.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- She wore a black turtleneck to stay warm in the chilly office.
- He prefers a wool turtleneck under his jacket in the winter.
- The turtleneck has become a classic item in many people's wardrobes.
Advanced Usage
- "Turtleneck" as a style descriptor: The term can be used attributively to describe the neckline of other garments.
- She bought a dress with a turtleneck collar.
- Cultural/Historical Context: The turtleneck sweater is often associated with intellectuals, artists, or a casual yet put-together style.
Variants and Related Words
- Polo neck (noun, chiefly British): A synonym for turtleneck.
- In the UK, they call it a polo neck.
- Roll-neck (noun): Another term for a similar high, folded collar.
- Turtlenecked (adjective): Describing a person wearing a turtleneck.
- The turtlenecked author gave a reading.
Synonyms
- Polo neck: (British English equivalent).
- Roll-neck sweater: A sweater with a high, rolled collar.
Related Phrases
- Turtleneck sweater: The most common full term for the garment.
- He packed his favorite turtleneck sweater for the trip.
Noun
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a sweater or jersey with a high close-fitting collar
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