a round, usually low, neckline on a dress, blouse, etc
Also called: scoop neckline
Word origin
[1950–55]This word is first recorded in the period 1950–55. Other words that entered Englishat around the same time include: International Gothic, allograph, conflict of interest, point-of-sale, speech recognition
Examples of 'scoop neck' in a sentence
scoop neck
A short black lycra skirt, a white T-shirt with long sleeves and a scoop neck under a fitted fake leather jacket.
Val McDermid THE LAST TEMPTATION (2002)
It's not only a stunning colour, but it has the perfect low scoop neck.
The Sun (2007)
He saw the collar on a golf shirt, the lacing at the neck of a hockey sweater, the scoop neck of a basketball jersey.
Globe and Mail (2003)
The sash doesn't have to be tied tightly, it has a scoop neck and nice long sleeves.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
With its scoop neck, three-quarter-length sleeves and oversize button detailing you'll be able to throw it on with anything and always look stylish.
The Sun (2007)
If you want something more colourful, then the same brand has a scarlet stretch-knit dress with a scoop neck (185).
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
I love scoop necks, but everything seems to be high and covered.