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- English Word Neck Definition A reduction in size near the end of an object, formed by a groove around it; as, a neck forming the journal of a shaft.
- English Word Neck Definition the point where the base of the stem of a plant arises from the root.
- English Word Neck Definition To reduce the diameter of (an object) near its end, by making a groove around it; -- used with down; as, to neck down a shaft.
- English Word Neck Definition To kiss and caress amorously.
- English Word Neckar nut Definition See Nicker nut.
- English Word Neckband Definition A band which goes around the neck; often, the part at the top of a garment.
- English Word Neckcloth Definition A piece of any fabric worn around the neck.
- English Word Necked Definition of Neck
- English Word Necked Definition Having (such) a neck; -- chiefly used in composition; as, stiff-necked.
- English Word Necked Definition Cracked; -- said of a treenail.
- English Word Neckerchief Definition A kerchief for the neck; -- called also neck handkerchief.
- English Word Necking Definition of Neck
- English Word Necking Definition Same as Neckmold.
- English Word Necklace Definition A string of beads, etc., or any continuous band or chain, worn around the neck as an ornament.
- English Word Necklace Definition A rope or chain fitted around the masthead to hold hanging blocks for jibs and stays.
- English Word necklaced Definition Wearing a necklace; marked as with a necklace.
- English Word neckland Definition A neck of land.
- English Word necklet Definition A necklace.
- English Word Neckmold Definition Alt. of Neckmould
- English Word Neckmould Definition A small convex molding surrounding a column at the jinction of the shaft and capital.
- English Word Neckplate Definition See Gorget, 1 and 2.
- English Word Necktie Definition A scarf, band, or kerchief of silk, etc., passing around the neck or collar and tied in front; a bow of silk, etc., fastened in front of the neck.
- English Word Neckwear Definition A collective term for cravats, collars, etc.
- English Word Neckweed Definition An American annual weed (veronica peregrina), with small white flowers and a roundish pod.
- English Word Neckweed Definition The hemp; -- so called as furnishing ropes for hanging criminals.
- English Word Necrobiosis Definition The death of a part by molecular disintegration and without loss of continuity, as in the processes of degeneration and atrophy.
- English Word Necrobiotic Definition Of or pertaining to necrobiosis; as, a necrobiotic metamorphosis.
- English Word Necrolatry Definition The worship of the dead; manes worship.
- English Word Necrolite Definition Same as Necronite.
- English Word Necrologic Definition Alt. of Necrological