Definition

Describing someone who is wearing a type of sweater or shirt that has a high, close-fitting collar that covers the neck.

Example

She looked stylish in her turtlenecked sweater during the winter.

Conversation

I just bought a new sweater that's turtlenecked and it's so warm.

That sounds cozy! I love turtlenecks for fall.

Yeah, I think it's going to be perfect for the chilly days ahead.

Definitely! You should wear it when we go out next weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Turtlenecked → It is formed from "turtle" (from the Old French *tortue*, meaning a type of reptile) and "neck" (from Old English *necc*, meaning the part of the body connecting the head to the rest). The word describes a style of clothing that has a high, close-fitting collar resembling the neck of a turtle.

Memory Tip

Imagine a turtle with its neck pulled in — that's why a turtleneck has a high collar that wraps closely around the neck.

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