Chokers

/ˈtʃoʊkərz/ noun

Definition

Plural of choker; either close-fitting necklaces worn around the neck, or devices that restrict or choke something.

Etymology

From 'choke' + '-er' (one who does something) + '-s' plural, with multiple meanings developed for the same word shape.

Kelly Says

The word 'choker' proves English love of semantic drift—the same word describes elegant 1960s Audrey Hepburn neckwear, logging equipment, and vaping devices, each community having no idea they share a root word.

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