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choker

American  
[choh-ker] / ˈtʃoʊ kər /

noun

  1. a person or thing that chokes.

  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 British  
/ 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

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Etymology

Origin of choker

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

Example Sentences

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As she walked the red carpet, she paid homage to her album title, donning a choker with a small clock embedded.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 4, 2024

She accessorized the flowy gown — which featured a leg slit — with a black bedazzled clock choker, black arm-length gloves and black peep-toe heels.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 4, 2024

Dressed head to toe in black she looks tough, but she fiddles with her studded choker nervously and wipes a mascara-stained tear away from her cheek.

From BBC • Jan. 25, 2024

A puffy heart choker showcases a 5.5 carat Prada Cut diamond at its point, designed in an optical illusion that makes it look like it’s hovering over the gold.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 18, 2023

The girl with the pearl choker nods approvingly.

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman

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