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Another word for necklace

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Noun
      1. One that chokes or suffocates another.
      2. A tight-fitting necklace.
      3. A high, tight collar.
      1. Jargon for DIAMONDS Trust Series 1, which is a unit investment trust that holds all 30 stocks in the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Diamonds attempt to produce investment results that correspond to the price and yield performance of the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Diamonds are traded on the American Stock Exchange (AMEX). Jargon for DIAMONDS Trust Series 1, which is a unit investment trust that holds all 30 stocks in the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Diamonds attempt to produce investment results that correspond to the price and yield performance of the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Diamonds are traded on the American Stock Exchange (AMEX).
      1. plural form of pearl
      2. third-person singular simple present indicative form of pearl
      1. A pendant worn on a chain around the neck.
      2. A small microphone that is worn around the neck.
      1. The band around the collar of a garment.
      1. A connected, flexible series of links, typically of metal, used especially for holding objects together, for restraining, or for transmitting mechanical power.
      2. Such a set of links, often of precious metal and with pendants attached, worn as an ornament or symbol of office.
      3. Such a set of links measuring ten yards and attached to a pole at each end, moved up and down the field to indicate necessary yardage for gaining a first down.
      1. plural form of jewel
      2. (slang) Family jewels; testicles.
      1. A subordinate or supplementary item; an adjunct.
      2. Something nonessential but desirable that contributes to an effect or result.
      3. One who knowingly assists a lawbreaker in the commission of a crime but does not actually participate in that crime.
      1. Something that decorates or adorns; an embellishment.
      2. A person considered as a source of pride, honor, or credit:
      3. A note or group of notes that embellishes a melody.
    See also:

    jewelry

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Sentence Examples

  • She pulled the necklace from her neck.

  • Thank you for the necklace and earrings.

  • Troubled, she toyed with the necklace around her throat.

  • She touched the necklace at her throat, the hole within her growing.

  • "I'm going to return this, and that'll be the end of this mess," he replied, placing the necklace in his pocket.

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