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boatneck

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A wide, high neckline that follows the curve of the collarbone and ends in points on the shoulder seams.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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History

Etymology

From boat + neck.

Across languages

Translations

2 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Chinese Cantonese: 一字膊 (jat1 zi6 bok3) — type of neckline
  • Chinese Mandarin: 一字領 /一字领 (yīzìlǐng) — type of neckline