necklace: Meaning and Definition of

neck•lace

Pronunciation: (nek'lis), [key]
— n.
  1. a piece of jewelry consisting of a string of stones, beads, jewels, or the like, or a chain of gold, silver, or other metal, for wearing around the neck.
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