boat neck

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boat neck

(ˈbəʊtˌnɛk)
n
(Clothing & Fashion) a high slitlike neckline of a garment that extends onto the shoulders. Also called: bateau neckline
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Translations

boat neck

n (of sweater, dress) → scollo a barchetta
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And Meghan's boat neck satin white gown, designed by Clare Waight Keller, looked stunning in real life.
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