collar

Definitions of collar
  1. noun
    several beads threaded together on a string
    synonyms: abalorio, rosario
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    camándula, rosario
    a string of beads used in counting prayers (especially by Catholics)
  2. noun
    a band of leather or rope that is placed around an animal's neck as a harness or to identify it
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    collar de perro
    a collar for a dog
    type of:
    faja
    a thin flat strip of flexible material that is worn around the body or one of the limbs (especially to decorate the body)
  3. noun
    jewelry consisting of a cord or chain (often bearing gems) worn about the neck as an ornament (especially by women)
    synonyms: cadenilla, gargantilla
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    types:
    brizna, cadena, cordón, sarta, serie
    a necklace made by a stringing objects together
    type of:
    joyas, joyería
    an adornment (as a bracelet or ring or necklace) made of precious metals and set with gems (or imitation gems)
  4. noun
    a feeling of anger and animosity
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    cólera, enojo, ira
    a strong emotion; a feeling that is oriented toward some real or supposed grievance
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