neck Synonyms

neck Meaning

Wordnet

neck (n)

the part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body

a narrow elongated projecting strip of land

a cut of meat from the neck of an animal

a narrow part of an artifact that resembles a neck in position or form

an opening in a garment for the neck of the wearer; a part of the garment near the wearer's neck

Wordnet

neck (v)

kiss, embrace, or fondle with sexual passion

Webster

neck (n.)

The part of an animal which connects the head and the trunk, and which, in man and many other animals, is more slender than the trunk.

Any part of an inanimate object corresponding to or resembling the neck of an animal

The long slender part of a vessel, as a retort, or of a fruit, as a gourd.

A long narrow tract of land projecting from the main body, or a narrow tract connecting two larger tracts.

That part of a violin, guitar, or similar instrument, which extends from the head to the body, and on which is the finger board or fret board.

A reduction in size near the end of an object, formed by a groove around it; as, a neck forming the journal of a shaft.

the point where the base of the stem of a plant arises from the root.

Webster

neck (v. t.)

To reduce the diameter of (an object) near its end, by making a groove around it; -- used with down; as, to neck down a shaft.

Webster

neck (v. t. & i.)

To kiss and caress amorously.

neck Sentence Examples

  1. The giraffe stretched its long neck to reach the high branches.
  2. The scar on his neck was a grim reminder of his past.
  3. The singer's voice soared to new heights as she strained her neck.
  4. The necklace sparkled around her neck, drawing admiring glances.
  5. The horse arched its neck and tossed its mane proudly.
  6. The violin player's fingers danced across the strings, sending vibrations down his neck.
  7. The doctor checked the patient's neck for any signs of injury.
  8. The hooded man's neck was obscured, leaving his identity a mystery.
  9. The baby nuzzled its head into its mother's neck, seeking comfort.
  10. The guitarist's necktie was as bright as the colors he played on his guitar.

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The giraffe stretched its long neck to reach the high branches.

The scar on his neck was a grim reminder of his past.

The singer's voice soared to new heights as she strained her neck.

The necklace sparkled around her neck, drawing admiring glances.