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turtleneck

[tur-tl-nek] / ˈtɜr tlˌnɛk /


NOUN
shirt
Synonyms


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He quickly left Memphis for Chicago after the assassination and arranged various television appearances still wearing a turtleneck allegedly stained with King’s blood.

From Salon • Feb. 17, 2026

“This brief fashion phase contrasted sharply with the minimalist black turtleneck and jeans that would later define his public image,” a description of the item states.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 13, 2026

The late fashion designer previously worked with the tech firm to create the black turtleneck jumpers famously worn by the company's co-founder Steve Jobs.

From BBC • Nov. 12, 2025

No one picks a mesh turtleneck in a vacuum.

From Slate • Dec. 14, 2024

Even Pri has shed her dark clothes and now wears a white turtleneck and pants.

From "American Street" by Ibi Zoboi