turtleneck

[tur-tl-nek]

noun

1. a high, close-fitting collar, often rolled or turned down, appearing especially on pullover sweaters.

2. a sweater with such a collar.

turtleneck

/ ˈtɜːtəlˌnɛk /

noun

1. 1. a round high close-fitting neck on a sweater or the sweater itself

   2. ( as modifier )

      a turtleneck sweater

Word History and Origins

Origin of turtleneck¹

First recorded in 1905–10; turtle ¹ + neck

Example Sentences

He wore black turtlenecks, short-sleeved because it was summer, and kept a stubby, utterly earnest ponytail.

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The late fashion designer previously worked with the tech firm to create the black turtleneck jumpers famously worn by the company's co-founder Steve Jobs.

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As well as her acting achievements, Keaton was known for her trademark style, and favoured wearing turtlenecks, hats and thick-rimmed eyeglasses.

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We hear that as an aspiring actress, Meghan - who went on to star in Suits - used to get so nervous from auditions she would get blotchy and have to wear turtlenecks.

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Rinsch, 47, was arrested Tuesday in West Hollywood and appeared later in federal court wearing shackles and a turtleneck sweater over jeans.

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Related Words

• blouse 
• jersey 
• pullover 
• tunic