collared
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈkɒl.ərd/
KK: /ˈkɑːlərd/
adjective
Definition
Describing something that has a collar or a similar encircling feature.
Example
The collared shirt looked very formal for the occasion.
Conversation
I really like your new shirt; the collared style suits you.
Thanks! I thought it would be nice for a change.
Definitely! It makes you look more put together.
I agree; I might start wearing more collared shirts.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
necked
banded
trimmed
Antonyms
unadorned
bare
naked
verb
Definition
To have caught or seized someone or something by the collar, or to have put a collar on an animal.
Example
The dog was collared before being taken to the vet.
Tense Forms
Past: collared
Past Participle: collared
Conversation
Did you see how he collared that stray dog yesterday?
Yeah, I heard he took it to the shelter right away.
I think it's great that he collared it before it got lost again.
Root Explanation
Collared → It is formed from "collar" (from Old French *colier*, meaning a band or strap around the neck) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a past action or state). The word "collared" means having a collar or being equipped with a collar.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'collar' as a band around the neck, and when something is 'collared', it means it has that band or strap.
Visually Confused Words
uncollared
pollard
lollard
colored
bollard