Word: necklace

Associations

A necklace is a piece of jewelry worn around the neck. It is often made of materials like metal, beads, or gemstones. Necklaces can be simple or very ornate, depending on their style.

• You might wear a necklace to a formal event. For example, "She wore a beautiful diamond necklace to the wedding."
• Many people give necklaces as gifts. For instance, "He gave her a silver necklace for her birthday."
• Necklaces can also have cultural significance. An example would be, "In some cultures, necklaces are worn as symbols of status or tradition."

The synonym "collar" refers specifically to a type of necklace that fits tightly around the neck, often made of fabric or leather. It’s more about the fit and style, whereas "necklace" refers to any ornamental piece.

Substitution

You can use words like "pendant," "chain," or "choker" depending on the type of necklace you are talking about.

• "Pendant" refers to a necklace with a hanging ornament (e.g., "She wore a pendant with her initials on it.")
• "Chain" describes a simple metal link necklace (e.g., "He liked to wear a gold chain.")
• "Choker" is a type of necklace that fits tightly around the neck (e.g., "Chokers are trendy right now.")

These substitutions change the meaning slightly, emphasizing the style or type of necklace.

Deconstruction

The word "necklace" consists of two parts: "neck" and the suffix "-lace."

• "Neck" refers to the part of the body where the necklace is worn.
• The suffix "-lace" comes from Old French "lace," meaning a cord or string.

Historically, necklaces have been worn since ancient times for decoration and status.

Inquiry

• Can you think of a memorable necklace you or someone you know has worn? What made it special?
• How does the type of necklace change the meaning of the outfit you wear it with?
• What occasions do you think are best for wearing necklaces, and why?