collare

Definitions of collare
  1. noun
    originally a person of noble birth trained to arms and chivalry; today in Great Britain a person honored by the sovereign for personal merit
    synonyms: cavaliere
  2. noun
    a band of leather or rope that is placed around an animal's neck as a harness or to identify it
  3. noun
    a band that fits around the neck and is usually folded over
    synonyms: bavero, solino
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    types:
    gorgiera
    a high tight collar
  4. noun
    necklace that fits tightly around a woman's neck
    synonyms: guizzo
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    type of:
    collana, collier, monile
    jewelry consisting of a cord or chain (often bearing gems) worn about the neck as an ornament (especially by women)
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