neck
|neck|
A2
/nɛk/
connecting part
Etymology
Etymology Information
'neck' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'hnecca', where 'hnecca' meant 'neck'.
Historical Evolution
'hnecca' changed from Old English word 'hnecca' and eventually became the modern English word 'neck'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the part of the body connecting the head to the rest of the body', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the part of the body connecting the head to the rest of the body.
She wore a necklace around her neck.
Synonyms
Noun 2
a narrow part of something, resembling a neck in shape or position.
The bottle has a long neck.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35