Neckpieces

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. An item worn around the neck, typically decorative and often referring to jewelry such as necklaces or collars
2. A type of accessory designed to adorn the neck area, which may include a variety of materials and styles
3. A piece of clothing or jewelry that embellishes the neck, varying in form from formal adornments to casual wear

Etymology: "Neckpieces" is the plural of "neckpiece", a compound formed in English from "neck" and "piece". The two parts do exactly what they say: "neck" is the Old English word for the part of the body that joins head and torso, and "piece" is a portion or part of something. Put together, a neckpiece is a piece worn at the neck, and the word's plain construction is its whole story. The plural simply adds the regular "-s" ending to the noun, so the word refers to more than one such item, such as a set of pendants or collars worn around the throat.