Neck ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Neck ( noun )

1. The part of the body connecting the head to the shoulders or trunk.
2. The part of a garment that covers or surrounds the neck.
3. The narrow part of a bottle or other container that connects the body to the mouth.
4. The part of an instrument, such as a guitar or violin, that connects the body and the head.

Origin:

Old english nec, of germanic origin; related to dutch nek and german nacken.

Examples:

1. She massaged her sore neck.
2. He had a red mark on his neck from the collar of his shirt.
3. The neck of the bottle was too narrow to pour the liquid out.
4. He broke his neck in a car accident.
5. The neck of the guitar is where the frets and strings are located.

(As a verb)

Neck ( verb )

1. The part of the body connecting the head to the shoulders or trunk.
2. The part of a garment that covers or surrounds the neck.
3. The narrow part of a bottle or other container that connects the body to the mouth.
4. The part of an instrument, such as a guitar or violin, that connects the body and the head.

Origin:

Old english nec, of germanic origin; related to dutch nek and german nacken.

Examples:

1. She massaged her sore neck.
2. He had a red mark on his neck from the collar of his shirt.
3. The neck of the bottle was too narrow to pour the liquid out.
4. He broke his neck in a car accident.
5. The neck of the guitar is where the frets and strings are located.