choker

[choh-ker]

noun

1. a person or thing that chokes. choke.

2. a necklace that fits snugly around the neck.

3. a neckcloth or high collar.

4. a chain or cable used to haul logs from the woods.

choker

/ ˈtʃəʊkə /

noun

1. a woman's high collar, popular esp in the late 19th century

2. any neckband or necklace worn tightly around the throat

3. a high clerical collar; stock

4. a person who chokes

5. something that causes a person to choke

Word History and Origins

Origin of choker¹

First recorded in 1545–55; choke + -er ¹

Example Sentences

A Victorian cameo typically clings to her neck as a choker and her industrial ’90s Jean Paul Gaultier handbag punctuates her daily wardrobe.

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Should the Proteas wrap up the win it would go a long way towards banishing a nickname they have come to despise: chokers.

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A win which would more pertinently ensure South Africa end their long wait for a victory in a major men's final, putting an end to their tag as international cricket's chokers.

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On the recent post-season tour of Asia, Amorim accused his players of being "chokers" after their shock defeat by a South-East Asia select XI.

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United were booed off, Amorim claimed his side were "chokers" and he had to implore supporters to buy tickets for the Hong Kong game.

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