necktie

noun
UK /ˈnek.taɪ/
US /ˈnek.taɪ/

A long piece of cloth that you tie around your neck.

He wore a blue necktie to the wedding.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A strip of cloth tied around the neck as part of a uniform.

The school uniform includes a striped necktie.

3. A decorative band worn around the neck for special occasions.

She chose a silk necktie to match her dress.

4. A fastening strip used to hold something in place.

The necktie kept the bundle of papers together.