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“Choler” or “Collar”

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.

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choler

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collar k·AA·l·er

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

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“choler”

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“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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