1
: one that chokes
2
: something (such as a collar or necklace) worn closely about the throat or neck
Examples of choker in a Sentence
They called him a choker when he missed the shot that would have won the game.
a pearl choker closely wrapped around her throat
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Hathaway, in particular, was sporting sparkly, ripped pants, a white tee, and a khaki trench coat, topped off with a gold choker and hoop earrings.
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Marci Robin, Allure, 17 Apr. 2025
Some of our colleagues scoff at the idea of such a recent trend making its return, while others are ready to break out their chokers and knee socks.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 20 Mar. 2025
The star completed the look with an oversized navy blue jacket and accessorized it with a diamond choker.
—Karen Fratti, People.com, 16 Mar. 2025
Gomez completed the look with a peachy nude lip and a wavy bob, as well as a dazzling diamond choker and drop earrings.
—Taylor Nicioli, CNN, 3 Mar. 2025
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Marci Robin, Allure, 17 Apr. 2025
Some of our colleagues scoff at the idea of such a recent trend making its return, while others are ready to break out their chokers and knee socks.
—Christian Allaire, Vogue, 20 Mar. 2025
The star completed the look with an oversized navy blue jacket and accessorized it with a diamond choker.
—Karen Fratti, People.com, 16 Mar. 2025
Gomez completed the look with a peachy nude lip and a wavy bob, as well as a dazzling diamond choker and drop earrings.
—Taylor Nicioli, CNN, 3 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for choker
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“Choker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/choker. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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choker
noun
chok·er
ˈchō-kər 
1
: one that chokes
2
: something (as a necklace) that fits closely around the neck
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