sweetheart neckline

noun

: a neckline for women's clothing that is high in back and low in front where it is scalloped to resemble the top of a heart

Examples of sweetheart neckline in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Erivo, who plays Elphaba in the movie musical, wore an emerald-green strapless dress with a sweetheart neckline. —

Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 29 July 2024 Cutout one-pieces, one-shoulder sweetheart neckline swim tops, and simple bottoms are all included in the new collection. —

Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 24 July 2024 Look out for swimsuits with sweetheart necklines or all-over ruching, like the ones the singer has opted for herself. —

Victoria Montalti, refinery29.com, 18 July 2024 The skintight piece, which originally retailed for $2,575, had a center cutout, sweetheart neckline and spaghetti straps with the brand’s signature gold Medusa medallion. —

Hedy Phillips, Peoplemag, 23 July 2024 See all Example Sentences for sweetheart neckline

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Word History

First Known Use

1941, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of sweetheart neckline was in 1941

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“Sweetheart neckline.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sweetheart%20neckline. Accessed 19 Aug. 2024.

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