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neckpiece

[nek-pees]
noun
  1. a scarf, especially one of fur.
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Origin of neckpiece

First recorded in 1595–1605; neck + piece
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Examples from the Web for neckpiece

Historical Examples of neckpiece

  • The helmet and neckpiece were one, wrought in like manner, only stronger.

    The Coming of Cuculain

    Standish O'Grady

  • With the exception of the neckpiece, the sash and the uniform, he really possessed no attractions whatever.

    The Confession of a Fool

    August Strindberg

British Dictionary definitions for neckpiece

neckpiece

noun
  1. a piece of fur, cloth, etc, worn around the neck or neckline
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