collier

Definitions of collier
  1. noun
    jewelry consisting of a cord or chain (often bearing gems) worn about the neck as an ornament (especially by women)
    synonyms: chaîne
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    chaîne
    a necklace made by a stringing objects together
    chaîne
    necklace that fits tightly around a woman's neck
    type of:
    bijouterie, bijoux, joaillerie
    an adornment (as a bracelet or ring or necklace) made of precious metals and set with gems (or imitation gems)
  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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    laisse
    a collar for a dog
    type of:
    bande
    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
    necklace that fits tightly around a woman's neck
    synonyms: chaîne
    see moresee less
    type of:
    chaîne
    jewelry consisting of a cord or chain (often bearing gems) worn about the neck as an ornament (especially by women)
  4. noun
    a collar for a dog
    synonyms: laisse
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