neckband \ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷\noun Etymology: Middle English nekbande, from nek, nekke neck + bande strip — more at band 1.: a usually ornamental band worn about the neck 2. a.: the part of a garment that encircles the neck and finishes the neckline < the neckband of a sweater > b.: the band of a shirt to which a collar is sewed or buttoned