neckline
|neck/line|
B1
🇺🇸
/ˈnɛkˌlaɪn/
🇬🇧
/ˈnɛk.laɪn/
garment neck edge
Etymology
Etymology Information
'neckline' originates from English, combining 'neck' and 'line' to describe the contour of a garment around the neck.
Historical Evolution
'neckline' has remained consistent in its form and meaning since its inception in English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'the line of the neck of a garment,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42