Dictionary
necklace
Meaning
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- An article of jewelry that is worn around the neck, most often made of a string of precious metal, pearls, gems, beads or shells, and sometimes having a pendant attached.
- Anything resembling a necklace in shape.
- A device used in necklacing (an informal execution); a rubber tyre that is filled with petrol. It is placed around the victim's chest and arms, and set on fire.
Pronounced as (IPA)
/ˈnɛkləs/
Etymology
From neck + lace.
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