collar
Pronunciation: [ˈkɑːlər]
Word
Context: "clothing"
(noun) a collar is a part of a shirt or jacket that goes around the neck. It can be made from the same fabric as the garment or a different material. Collars can help make clothes look nicer.
Example
She wore a beautiful dress with a lace collar.
Example
He didn't like shirts without a collar because he thought they looked plain.
Example
What type of collar do you prefer on your shirts?
Context: "animal care"
(noun) a collar is something you put around an animal's neck, like a dog or cat. It's often used to hold a leash or show that the pet belongs to someone.
Example
The dog looked so cute in its new collar with shiny tags.
Example
The cat ran away because it slipped out of its collar.
Example
What color collar does your dog wear?
Context: "capture"
(verb) to collar someone means to catch or stop them, often used when talking about catching an animal or a person. It’s like grabbing someone gently but firmly.
Example
The police managed to collar the thief at the corner.
Example
They couldn't collar the escaping rabbit in time.
Example
How did the officer collar the suspect during the chase?
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