crew neck

noun

1. a collarless neckline, as on a sweater or jersey, that fits snugly at the base of the neck.

2. a sweater, jersey, or other garment having such a neckline.

crew neck

noun

1. a plain round neckline in sweaters

Other Word Forms

• crew-neck adjective
• crew-necked adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of crew neck¹

An Americanism dating back to 1935–40