choker

[ choh-ker ]

noun

1. a person or thing that chokes. choke.
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

/ 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

Word History and Origins

Origin of choker¹

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

Example Sentences

The pieces are instantly recognizable as hers: hand-laced rivets holding together a bustier in the shape of a broken heart, the way one of her spiked choker handbags seems to defy gravity.

From Los Angeles Times

An obvious centerpiece of the Metamorphosis collection is a choker with a line of three large butterflies dropping down toward the belly button, the last and largest being the size of a child’s hand and positioned at an angle — every inch of the piece decked out in lab-grown diamonds.

From Los Angeles Times

In this room you’ll find a Vivienne Westwood “SEX” choker, John Galliano-era Dior logo rings, a Gucci silver crystal mesh mask from fall/winter 2017, a pair of spring/summer 2017 Saint Laurent roller skate shoes, that YSL heart coat from fall/winter 2016, original Marc Jacobs Kiki boots from fall/winter 2016 and pieces from Jean Paul Gaultier’s cyberdot 1995 collection.

From Los Angeles Times

The visual codes of subversion are best expressed in the details — a studded belt, a studded choker, a studded bag.

From Los Angeles Times

Brittany Snow offered a refreshing show of color in a bright strapless custom Monot dress paired with a statement choker.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

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