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Meaning of the word collar in English

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collar

US /ˈkɑː.lɚ/
UK /ˈkɑː.lɚ/
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Noun

1.

a band of material around the neck of a shirt, dress, coat, or jacket

Example:
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He adjusted the collar of his shirt.
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The coat has a fur collar.
2.

a band of leather or other strong material put around the neck of an animal, especially a dog or cat

Example:
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The dog wore a red collar with a tag.
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She put a new collar on her cat.

Verb

1.

to seize (someone) by the collar or neck

Example:
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The police officer managed to collar the suspect after a short chase.
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He was collared for shoplifting.
Synonym:
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