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collar
/ˈkɒlə(r)/
a band of material around the neck of a garment
She adjusted the collar of her shirt before the interview.
She fixed the band around her neck before the interview.
formal
a band of material worn around the neck, typically as part of a shirt, coat, or uniform
The police officer's uniform had a stiff collar.
The police officer's uniform had a rigid band around the neck.
Collars can vary in style, such as button-down, spread, or Mandarin.
informal
a band of material around the neck of an animal, often attached to a leash
The dog's collar had his name and address engraved on it.
The band around the dog's neck had his name and address engraved on it.
Pet collars often have identification tags.
technical
the part of a garment that fits around the neck
The designer chose a high collar for the winter coat.
The designer selected a tall band around the neck for the winter coat.
Collars in fashion can be decorative or functional.
Collocations
collar bonethe clavicle, a bone near the neckcollar sizethe measurement around the neck for clothingcollar lengththe height of the collar on a garment
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Collar Styles
Collars come in various styles, such as button-down, spread, and Mandarin, each suited for different occasions.
Gold Rule
Context Matters
The meaning of 'collar' can vary based on context—whether referring to clothing, animals, or even slang for arresting someone.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'coler,' from Old English 'coler,' meaning 'neck,' from Proto-Germanic 'kwaluz.'
Usage Notes
The term 'collar' can refer to both human and animal wear, but context usually clarifies the usage.
Word Breakdown
col
neck
root-ar
suffix indicating a thing related to
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