Halskette — meaning in English

English meaning

• choker noun A close-fitting necklace worn snugly around the throat.
• collar noun The part of a shirt, jacket, or coat that fits around the neck.
• necklace noun A piece of jewelry worn around the neck, often made of metal, beads, or gems.

Senses

Halskette is used for these senses in English:

• choker (fashion) A piece of jewelry or ornamental fabric, worn as a necklace or neckerchief, tight to the throat.
• collar A chain worn around the neck.
• necklace (jewelry) An article of jewelry that is worn around the neck, most often made of a string of precious metal, pearls, gems, beads or shells, and sometimes having a pendant attached.

choker — full definition

1. noun A close-fitting necklace worn snugly around the throat.
2. noun (informal, sports) Someone who performs badly at a crucial moment despite being in a strong position.

collar — full definition

1. noun The part of a shirt, jacket, or coat that fits around the neck.
2. noun A band placed around the neck of an animal for identification or control.
3. verb Informal: to catch, stop, or corner someone.

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