necktie

A narrow fabric band of varying length worn around the neck and tied in a knot or bow close to the throat.

Properly, a narrow band, generally of silk or satin, worn around the neck, and tied in a knot in front; by extension, any band, scarf, or tie worn around the neck or fastened in front of the collar.

A scarf, band, or kerchief of silk, etc., passing around the neck or collar and tied in front; a bow of silk, etc., fastened in front of the neck.

A strip of cloth worn around the neck and tied in the front. See also bowtie.

neckwear consisting of a long narrow piece of material worn (mostly by men) under a collar and tied in knot at the front