choker

/ˈtʃoʊkər/
/ˈtʃʌʊkə/
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Other forms: chokers

Definitions of choker
  1. noun
    a high tight collar
    synonyms: neck ruff, ruff, ruffle
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    types:
    fraise
    a ruff for the neck worn in the 16th century
    type of:
    collar, neckband
    a band that fits around the neck and is usually folded over
  2. noun
    necklace that fits tightly around a woman's neck
    synonyms: collar, dog collar, neckband
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    type of:
    necklace
    jewelry consisting of a cord or chain (often bearing gems) worn about the neck as an ornament (especially by women)
  3. noun
    someone who kills by strangling
    synonyms: garroter, garrotter, strangler, throttler
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    type of:
    killer, slayer
    someone who causes the death of a person or animal
  4. noun
    an unfortunate person who is unable to perform effectively because of nervous tension or agitation
    “he could win if he wasn't a choker”
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    type of:
    unfortunate, unfortunate person
    a person who suffers misfortune
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