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necklace

n. countable
A1 Beginner US //ˈnɛkɫəs// UK //nˈɛkləs// neck·lace

n. a piece of jewelry that you wear around your neck. It is usually made of a metal chain or a string of beads or stones.

n. an ornamental chain or string of beads, jewels, or other decorative elements worn around the neck.


SIMPLE

She wears a gold necklace every day.

CONTEXTUAL

The jeweler carefully repaired the broken clasp on the pearl necklace before returning it to the customer.

COMPLEX

The museum display featured an intricate diamond necklace that once belonged to the royal family, showcasing the exquisite craftsmanship of the eighteenth century.

Origin

From neck + lace.

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