choker

/ˈtʃoʊkər/

/ˈtʃʌʊkə/

Other forms: chokers

Definitions of choker

1. noun

   a high tight collar
   synonyms: neck ruff, ruff, ruffle

   types:

   fraise

   a ruff for the neck worn in the 16th century

   type of:

   collar, neckband

   a band that fits around the neck and is usually folded over
2. noun

   necklace that fits tightly around a woman's neck
   synonyms: collar, dog collar, neckband

   type of:

   necklace

   jewelry consisting of a cord or chain (often bearing gems) worn about the neck as an ornament (especially by women)
3. noun

   someone who kills by strangling
   synonyms: garroter, garrotter, strangler, throttler

   type of:

   killer, slayer

   someone who causes the death of a person or animal
4. noun

   an unfortunate person who is unable to perform effectively because of nervous tension or agitation
   “he could win if he wasn't a choker”

   type of:

   unfortunate, unfortunate person

   a person who suffers misfortune