: a V-shaped neck of a garment
also : a garment (such as a sweater) with a V-shaped neck
V-necked adjective

Examples of V-neck in a Sentence

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Complete your look with the Alpaca-blend Deep V-neck Sweater and the Tapered Denim Trousers, both starting at under $50. Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 19 Jan. 2025 In the video, the Jonas Brothers star could be seen sporting makeup, a bob wig with a side fringe and a black satin dress with a low V-neck that showed off his chest tattoo. Kirsty Hatcher, People.com, 17 Jan. 2025 To be exact, days ago Erivo donned a dramatic V-neck gown by Louis Vuitton to a press event in black and white. Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 10 Jan. 2025 Detailing including a V-neck and lengthy sleeves were spot-on–this look is yet another example of Ivy Coco Maurice and her excellent taste level (Maurice is Ralph’s daughter and stylist). Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 6 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for V-neck 

Word History

First Known Use

1882, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of V-neck was in 1882

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“V-neck.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/V-neck. Accessed 22 Jan. 2025.

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