ネックウォーマー

ねっくうぉーまー
noun
neck warmer
clothing
1. neck warmer; tube-style neck warmer
A tube-shaped fabric piece worn around the neck for warmth. Unlike a scarf, it has no loose ends and is pulled on over the head.
(さむ)でネックウォーマーつけた
It was cold, so I put on a neck warmer.
A neck warmer is essential for walking the dog.
At ski resorts, neck warmers are more convenient than scarves because they don't get in the way.

Wasei-eigo coined from English 'neck' + 'warmer'. The English equivalent is more commonly called a 'gaiter' or 'snood'.

Common collocations

  • ネックウォーマーつける: to put on a neck warmer
  • フリースネックウォーマー: fleece neck warmer
  • 防寒(ぼうかん)ネックウォーマー: cold-weather neck warmer

Similar words

  • マフラー: muffler/scarf — long with loose ends, wrapped around the neck
  • ストール: stole — long and wide, draped over shoulders or neck
  • ショール: shawl — wider piece for the shoulders