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“Choler” or “Collar”

Overview

choler / collar are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

choler: NA

collar: (noun) a band that fits around the neck and is usually folded over. (noun) (zoology) an encircling band or marking around the neck of any animal. (noun) anything worn or placed about the neck. (noun) a short ring fastened over a rod or shaft to limit, guide, or secure a machine part. (noun) the stitching that forms the rim of a shoe or boot. (noun) a band of leather or rope that is placed around an animal's neck as a harness or to identify it. (noun) a figurative restraint. (verb) take into custody. (verb) seize by the neck or collar. (verb) furnish with a collar.

Pronunciation

choler: NA

collar: k·AA·l·er

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Examples in Context

Examples of “choler”

Examples of “collar”

  • plain gold shirt with black collar.
  • the USA drama series White Collar.
  • "Flint Water Crisis" and "White Collar Weed," which The Denver Post
  • The cat wears a collar around her neck and a
  • the Republic of Malta with collar (2001)
  • On the collar of the east truss is
  • of the roof are of collar form with the moulded braces
  • of the Three Stars with collar (1996)
  • the front of the shirt collar by a metal clip.
  • in place by a rotating collar.


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