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What does 'turtle neck' mean to you?

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dripfedd · 04/11/2023 18:45

Just curious about others' thoughts on this, as I've been searching for (male) turtle-neck jumpers on M&S, Uniqlo and Next, and all the results are what I would call "polo neck", not "turtle neck". To me, turtle neck is no more than about an inch in height, and ideally just a single layer (not folded over).

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dripfedd · 04/11/2023 18:48

Update: H&M gets it right.

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ProvisionsOnTheDock · 04/11/2023 18:49

To me, turtle neck and polo neck are exactly the same.

GuitarGeorgina · 04/11/2023 18:52

From a distance looks like a polo neck but it just has one thick ribbed layer rather than folding over as two layers.

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Hottytotty · 04/11/2023 18:52

I’m with you OP - I like them as they’re less restrictive around the neck than a polo neck!

FallingAutumnLeaf · 04/11/2023 18:52

Not sure about only an inch high, but definitely no way you could fold a turtle neck down, imo.
I'd say they are often ribbed too, but not essential.

dripfedd · 04/11/2023 18:53

Looks like it may be an Americanism ...

What does 'turtle neck' mean to you?
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Quinque · 04/11/2023 18:54

Turtle neck are as you describe, OP. Necks that fold over are either called roll neck or polo neck. Though knit tops with a collar and 3 buttons are called polo shirts which is confusing.

Beignet · 04/11/2023 19:05

A turtle neck for me is something that happens before a shoulder dystocia. A message that things are about to get a bit scary. This will give my job title away!

Didn't know it also meant a style of jumper!

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