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Definition of Neckcloth
1. Noun. An ornamental white cravat.
Definition of Neckcloth
1. n. A piece of any fabric worn around the neck.
Definition of Neckcloth
1. Noun. An ornamental white cravat. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Neckcloth
1. [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Neckcloth
Literary usage of Neckcloth
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Recollections of the Table-talk of Samuel Rogers: To which is Added Porsoniana by Samuel Rogers (1887)
"She showed me the neckcloth which Nelson had on when he died: of course, I could
not help looking at it with extreme interest; and she tl,rew her arms round ..."
2. London: Being an Accurate History and Description of the British Metropolis by David Hughson (1807)
"... his neckcloth broad, of point lace, and a large wig flowing over his shoulder :
he is in his gown and gold chain. WILLIAM III. and MARY II. ..."
3. Secret History of the Court of England, from the Accession of George the by Anne Hamilton (1832)
"... from his neckcloth having been "cut through in several places," blood being
sprinkled in all parts of the room, and an appearance of some one having ..."
4. Catalogue of Drawings by British Artists and Artists of Foreign Origin by Laurence Binyon (1898)
"Half-length, in three-quarter face, looking r., with short hair, and with neckcloth
in large bow; 1. hand on a book, inscribed Divine ..."
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