necklace meaning

UK /ˈnɛklɪs/ US /ˈnɛkləs/ 2 syllables

necklace (noun): jewelry consisting of a cord or chain (often bearing gems) worn about the neck as an ornament (especially by women).

Definition of necklace

  1. jewelry consisting of a cord or chain (often bearing gems) worn about the neck as an ornament (especially by women)

    Type of: jewelry

    Kinds: chain, choker

How to pronounce necklace

necklace is pronounced /ˈnɛklɪs/ in British English and /ˈnɛkləs/ in American English. It has 2 syllables, with the stress on the first syllable.

Words that rhyme with necklace

Scrabble score: 16 (letter breakdown)

Word lists: words starting with NE · words ending in CE · 8-letter words

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