boatneck

noun

boat·​neck ˈbōt-ˌnek How to pronounce boatneck (audio)
: a wide neckline that extends toward the tips of the shoulders

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It’s made from a stretchy, supersoft fabric that’ll look great straight from your suitcase (but of course the black shade will hide any wrinkles that do develop), and the sleek boatneck finish sets it apart from other dresses in your closet. — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 7 Oct. 2026 Layers are everything in transitional weather, which is why this lace boatneck top caught my eye. — Essence Wiley, InStyle, 4 Oct. 2026 This style features a flattering boatneck design and drapey sleeves that are perfect for those breezy nights just before the temperature truly drops. — Jamie Weissman, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2026 If you’re headed somewhere cooler, an organic cotton fisherman boatneck sweater is a more mid-weight option that’s warm, but won’t take up too much real estate in your luggage. — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for boatneck

Word History

First Known Use

1921, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of boatneck was in 1921

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“Boatneck.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/boatneck. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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