necklace

neck·lace (nek′lis)

noun

a string of beads, jewels, etc. or a chain of gold, silver, etc., worn around the neck as an ornament
a gasoline-doused automobile tire draped around a person's neck or shoulders and set ablaze

Etymology: neck + lace

transitive verb -·laced, -·lac·ing

to kill by means of a necklace ()

Converse of object

bead: A very pretty vintage beaded necklace, dating to circa 1932.
wear: Wearing a magnetic necklace or sleeping on a magnetic pillow will reduce migraine headaches.
steal: At Eva's behest Diabolik next sets his sights on stealing a magnificent emerald necklace belonging to the British trade emissary's wife.

Adjective modifier

pearl: A pearl necklace has a lowest level of division.
handmade: A handmade necklace featuring coral beads, lapis lazuli beads and sterling silver beads and fittings.
collectible: Antique, vintage, retro, kitsch & collectible necklaces.
emerald: Blake comes to the rescue and also recovers the emerald necklace but Kew gets away to fight another day.
vintage: A really pretty English vintage collar necklace in brass, dating to circa 1932.
amber: The amber necklace shows no flaws or damage, very good condition.

Modifies a noun

s: Our products range includes anklets and bracelets, pendants, rings, necklace s and much more.
measure: The necklace measures approx 16 inches / 40 cm long, with an 8 inch / 20 cm drop.
quot: Necklace quot for the eastbound fares river cruises of.

Noun used with modifier

rhinestone: A great English vintage diamante rhinestone necklace, that will add some sparkle to any outfit, perfect for your vintage chic look.
diamante: A great English vintage diamante rhinestone necklace, that will add some sparkle to any outfit, perfect for your vintage chic look.
pendant: This is one side of a pendant necklace showing an angel holding a dove ( the reverse is a Tudor rose ).
pearl: A classic English faux pearl necklace dating to circa 1951.
retro: A fab retro vintage necklace dating to circa 1984.
bead: A fantastic impressive vintage retro bead necklace, perfect for your vintage chic, retro chic wardrobe.

Preposition: of

bead: Homer mentions amber jewelry - earrings and a necklace of amber beads - as a princely gift in the Odyssey.

Preposition: with

pendant: The portrait on this dinar shows in high relief a bearded king wearing a necklace with a star pendant.

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