cowl-neck

noun

ˈkau̇(-ə)l-ˌnek

: a high loose-fitting turnover collar used especially for sweaters

cowl-necked

ˈkau̇(-ə)l-ˌnekt

adjective

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Twenty-five years on, the cowl-neck slip dress continues to fascinate. — Samantha Tse, CNN Money, 30 May 2025 Amazon’s long-sleeve lineup includes more wallet-friendly picks like a smocked boyfriend-style shirt, a trendy leopard-print blouse, and a classy cowl-neck that feels soft like pajamas; shop them all below. — Mariana Best, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Oct. 2025 Bieber’s revealing cowl-neck design featured an open back, a side boob-baring bodice, and intricate beads covering her halterneck dress’s hips, chest, and a sheer peekaboo mesh panel inside. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 15 Feb. 2026 Kelly Rowland glittered in a gold cowl-neck dress after presenting the Ultimate Icon Award to Sylvia Rhone. — Brendan Le, PEOPLE, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for cowl-neck

Word History

First Known Use

1978, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cowl-neck was in 1978

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