polo-neck

noun — 2 senses

polo-neck

noun

UK /ˈpəʊləʊ ˌnɛk/ · US /ˈpoʊloʊ ˌnɛk/

Etymology From polo (“ball game where two teams of players on horseback use long-handled mallets to propel the ball along the ground and into their opponent’s goal”) + neck.

India, UK A high collar covering the neck.

India, UK A light type of shirt with such a collar.

Derived terms: polo-necked
Related terms: polo shirt

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