: a V-shaped neck of a garment
also : a garment (such as a sweater) with a V-shaped neck
V-necked adjective

Examples of V-neck in a Sentence

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Go for a similar vibe to the one Gaines wore in this collared V-neck, which is finished with wide stripes, bell sleeves, and whipstitched trim. Jamie Allison Sanders, People.com, 25 Apr. 2025 The V-neck style gives your bust a boost, while the breezy skirt delivers effortless elegance and won’t get bogged down by a dip in the pool. Elizabeth Mitchell Kadar, Glamour, 25 Apr. 2025 Amazon Essentials Plus-size V-neck T-shirt $13 at Amazon A comfortable T-shirt is an essential part of any travel wardrobe. Robin Raven, Travel + Leisure, 23 Apr. 2025 With a pointed collar and breezy V-neck, polo sweaters act as a warm layer that instantly dresses up your outfit without a thought. Nicol Natale, People.com, 7 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for V-neck

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of V-neck was in 1882

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“V-neck.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/V-neck. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.

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