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Definition of choker

choker

/ˈtʃoʊkər/
chok · er
Plural:chokers
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• noun

1

A necklace or ornamental band of fabric, leather, or metal that fits snugly around the neck.

Example

"She wore a black velvet choker to complement her vintage evening gown."

2

An athlete or competitor who fails to perform effectively at a decisive moment due to nervousness or pressure.

Example

"After winning the championship in overtime, he finally shed his reputation as a choker."

3

A short wire rope or chain with a noose or hook at the end, used in logging and rigging to secure and haul heavy loads or logs.

Example

"The logging crew fastened a steel choker around the fallen timber before winching it up the slope."

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• Rhymes for choker

• Nearby Words

chokecherry
chokehold
chokepoint
choker
cholera
cholesterol
cholo

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in English from the verb choke (from Old English acocian, meaning to suffocate) combined with the agentive suffix -er. The sense referring to a tight-fitting necklace emerged in the late 19th century.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Choker. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/choker
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