boatneck
boatneck Lexical Profile
boatneck Game Scores & Validity
• adjective
Having a wide, shallow, slightly curved neckline that runs horizontally from shoulder to shoulder.
"She wore a classic striped boatneck sweater with linen trousers for the coastal trip."
• noun
A wide, high neckline that runs horizontally across the collarbone from shoulder to shoulder, shaped like the hull of a boat.
"The dress features a flattering boatneck and three-quarter sleeves."
A shirt, sweater, or dress made with a wide, horizontal boat-shaped neckline.
"She packed a navy cotton boatneck for the cooler evenings."
Word Origin & Etymology
Coined in the early 20th century as a loan translation of the French fashion term 'décolleté en bateau' (literally 'boat-shaped neckline'), inspired by traditional French sailor shirts.
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