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choker

noun

ˈchō-kər

Definition of choker

as in necklace

an ornamental chain or string (as of beads) worn around the neck a pearl choker closely wrapped around her throat

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Recent Examples of choker In the selfie video, Valentina grinned into the camera wearing a gold choker and gold hoops as her mother hugged her from behind. — Meg Walters, InStyle, 30 June 2026 Stewart wore hers with a chunky pearl choker, red pants, and white sandals for a patriotic look, but the top’s styling potential is endless. — Claire West, PEOPLE, 6 July 2026 Magnetic Gold sees gold chains, chokers, bracelets, earrings, and statement rings decorated with diamonds in unusual cuts and colors. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 25 June 2026 The watch converted into a diamond choker, its hands set to midnight, did not exactly discourage further investigation. — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for choker

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necklace

Noun

Pair it with flip-flops, shield sunglasses, and a silver pendant necklace for a look that feels minimal but edgy.

— Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 2 July 2026
Highlights in the collection included a statement necklace with segments resembling the twigs of a bird’s nest and a horseshoe ring, one of the brand’s bestsellers.

— Alex Wynne, Footwear News, 2 July 2026

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