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Necklace

A necklace is a type of jewelry that is worn around the neck and is typically composed of a metal chain, beads, or other decorative elements. Necklaces can be made from a variety of materials, including gold, silver, and other precious metals, as well as plastic, wood, and other materials. Necklaces often feature a pendant or charm, and can be adorned with a variety of gemstones, pearls, and other decorations. One interesting aspect of necklaces is their cultural significance. In many cultures, necklaces have been worn for centuries and are often used to convey social status or religious affiliation. For example, in ancient Egypt, necklaces were worn as symbols of wealth and power, and were often adorned with precious stones and metals. In some Native American cultures, necklaces were used in religious ceremonies and were believed to have spiritual powers. Another important aspect of necklaces is their versatility. Necklaces can be worn with a variety of different outfits, from casual to formal, and can be used to add a pop of color or texture to an otherwise plain outfit. They can also be layered with other necklaces to create a more complex and interesting look. Overall, necklaces are a popular and versatile form of jewelry that have been worn for centuries and continue to be a staple in many cultures around the world.

jewelry, culture, versatility, pendant, gemstones

— Matthew Baker

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Necklace is a type of jewelry worn around the neck, made up of various materials such as gold, silver, gemstones, plastic and beads. It is a popular form of adornment present in various cultures since ancient times. In many languages, there is a variety of words used to denote a necklace, each with subtle differences in connotations and contexts. These include the German 'Halskette', the Spanish 'collar', the Greek 'choker', the Japanese 'gusoku', the French 'collier de chien', the Italian 'collana', the Dutch 'halssieraad', the Swedish 'nackeband', the Polish 'naszyjnik', the Hawaiian 'lei', the Russian 'businka', the Turkish 'turkan', the Arabic 'martef', the Hebrew 'tarfus' and the Chinese 'landiao'.

Adornment, jewelry, ornament, trinket, chain, locket, choker, string, clasp, bib, cravat, torc, bauble, gorget, shawl pin, fob, medallion, amulet, amulet pendant, pectoral, ascot, ornamentation, pendent, string of beads, linklet, necklet.

— Harris Awan

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Necklace is a noun and is defined as a piece of jewelry that is worn around the neck. Synonyms of necklace include choker, collar, and lavaliere while antonyms include belt, brooch, and pin. Cognates of necklace include the Spanish word “colgante” and the German word “halskette”. Variants of the word necklace include necklet, necklacing, and neckless.

Etymology, Morphology, Jewelry, Linguistics, Lexicography

— George Adrian Postea

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The word Necklace has been in use for centuries and has undergone a slight change in its meaning over time. It is thought to derive from the Latin word ‘neclacus’, meaning a chain with a hanging ornament. In its early days, the word was used to refer to a chain or ribbon with a pendant of gold, silver, or gems. The word later expanded to include any item of jewelry (most commonly a chain with a hanging ornament) worn around the neck, as well as any other adornment. Morphologically, the word refers to a series of beads or other structure assembled for the purpose of adornment, with its root found in the idea of hanging and a chain. From a pragmatic perspective, Necklace suggests an ornament worn around the neck, emphasizing its decorative purpose.

Etymology, Morphology, Necklace, Pragmatics, Semantics

— Henry Fontaine

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Necklace

A necklace is a type of jewelry that is worn around the neck. It is typically composed of a metal chain, beads, or other decorative elements. Necklaces can be made from a variety of materials, including gold, silver, and other precious metals, as well as plastic, wood, and other materials. Necklaces often feature a pendant or charm, and can be adorned with a variety of gemstones, pearls, and other decorations.

Jewelry, necklace, pendant, charm, gemstones, pearls, metals, gold, silver, plastic, wood.

— Robert Johnson

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Necklace

Necklaces are a common feature in anime, comics, and manga for drawing character attire around the neck. They are typically large and elaborate with intricate ornaments, made from a variety of materials such as metal, fabric, gems, and crystals. The design of the necklace can be used to tell a story, making it an essential element of character clothing in manga and anime works. Necklaces often feature as a part of an outfit, or as a standalone piece, either with a single pendant or multiple pendants. Necklaces also often contain a message, such as a family crest or a name.

Anime Necklace, Manga Necklace, Choker Necklace, Necklace Jewelry, Crystal Necklace

— Taro Yamada


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