noun
choker
CHOH-kuh
Choker (noun) means a close-fitting necklace worn snugly around the throat. Example: “She wore a black velvet choker with her evening dress.”
noun
1
A close-fitting necklace worn snugly around the throat.
"She wore a black velvet choker with her evening dress."
2
(informal, sports) Someone who performs badly at a crucial moment despite being in a strong position.
"Fans called him a choker after he missed the winning putt on the final hole."
How to use choker
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA tight necklace, or someone who folds under pressure.
Common pairings
velvet choker
pearl choker
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Word forms
- Plural
- chokers
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Etymology
Formed from choke plus the -er ending, meaning "one that chokes" or "something worn at the throat."
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Rhymes for choker
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What does “choker” mean?
The word “choker” means a close-fitting necklace worn snugly around the throat. In plain terms, a tight necklace, or someone who folds under pressure.
How do you pronounce “choker”?
“Choker” is pronounced CHOH-kuh (/ˈt͡ʃoʊkɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “choker” in a sentence?
Here is “choker” used in a sentence: “She wore a black velvet choker with her evening dress.”
What part of speech is “choker”?
“Choker” is a noun.
How many meanings does “choker” have?
“Choker” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a close-fitting necklace worn snugly around the throat.
