necklace
/ˈnɛkləs/ noun B1- An article of jewelry that is worn around the neck, most often made of a string of precious metal, pearls, gems, beads or shells, and sometimes having a pendant attached.
- Anything resembling a necklace in shape. · a necklace of coral islands
- A device used in necklacing (an informal execution); a rubber tyre that is filled with petrol. It is placed around the victim's chest and arms, and set on fire. · Necklacing on Wikipedia.Wikipedia
Plural necklaces
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Diana and I make necklaces of roseberries but what are roseberries compared to amethysts?
Bertram gave her a diamond ring and a ruby necklace and told her they would go to Europe for a wedding tour, for he was immensely wealthy.
Cordelia was secretly in love with Bertram herself and when Geraldine told her about the engagement she was simply furious, especially when she saw the necklace and the diamond ring.
For Anne the days slipped by like golden beads on the necklace of the year.
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