necktie

American

[nek-tahy] / ˈnɛkˌtaɪ /

noun

a band of decorative fabric worn around the neck, under the collar, and tied in front to hang down the front of a shirt or to form a small bow.
any band, scarf, or tie fastened at the front of the neck.
Slang. a hangman's rope.

necktie British

/ ˈnɛkˌtaɪ /

noun

the US name for tie

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Other Word Forms

necktieless adjective

Etymology

Origin of necktie

First recorded in 1830–40; neck + tie

Example Sentences

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He wears scuffed shoes and a striped necktie as a belt.

From Literature

Craighill, a careful dresser who made sure his pocket squares matched his neckties, advised colleagues to cultivate relationships with potential clients before making pitches to them.

From The Wall Street Journal

Traders can wager on everything from football games to the color of Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s necktie.

From Barron's

The necktie has its roots in the 17th century.

From The Wall Street Journal

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