Halterneck
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Halterneck is a noun meaning (less common) A halter top or halterneck top (a garment with such a strap).
Meaning
(less common) A halter top or halterneck top (a garment with such a strap).
More Meanings
- A single strap or material which runs from the front of the garment around the back of the wearer's neck, leaving most of the back uncovered, often used in swimsuits and women's dresses.
Example Sentences
Halterneck or strapless!
[…] wearing halternecks, skimpy T-shirts, miniskirts and the like will attract gropers, and the disapproval of both sexes.
[…] she chose her most comfortable skirt and new blue halterneck, packed everything else, then went down to check out before she headed off to explore Toulouse.
Word Forms
- halternecks
Synonyms for halterneck
Depending on context, synonyms include haltertop, neckholder.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include halter, halterini, halterkini, neckstrap, cape, hangerock.
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