Meaning of necktie in English

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  2. Noun
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  1. Noun

    necktie

    Definitions

    1. neckwear consisting of a long narrow piece of material worn (mostly by men) under a collar and tied in knot at the front

    Examples

    • « he stood in front of the mirror tightening his necktie »
    • « he wore a vest and tie »

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