necklace — a piece of jewelry worn around the neck, typically consisting of a chain or string of beads, pearls, or other ornaments
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a piece of jewelry worn around the neck, typically consisting of a chain or string of beads, pearls, or other ornaments
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈnekləs/
Korean meaning: 목에 걸어서 착용하는 장신구, 보통 사슬이나 구슬, 진주 등으로 만든 목걸이
Korean pronunciation: 넥-리스 (강세: 넥)
Example Sentences
- My cat thinks my necklace is the world's most expensive cat toy.
- The antique necklace was passed down through three generations.
- She bought a cheap necklace online, but it turned her neck green!
necklace
NOUN//ˈnekləs//
a piece of jewelry worn around the neck, typically consisting of a chain or string of beads, pearls, or other ornaments
Jewelry worn around the neck
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Without her necklace, she's neckless and reckless!
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Origin
16세기에 'neck(목)'과 'lace(끈, 장식)'가 결합하여 만들어진 단어입니다. 원래 lace는 라틴어 'laqueus(올가미, 끈)'에서 유래되어 목에 두르는 장식적인 끈이라는 의미로 발전했습니다.
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“My cat thinks my necklace is the world's most expensive cat toy.”
“The antique necklace was passed down through three generations.”
“She bought a cheap necklace online, but it turned her neck green!”
“The bride's necklace complemented her wedding dress perfectly.”
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