mock polo neck

6.3

A short, close-fitting collar that stands up but does not fold over

noun

: cuello de polo falso

She wore a comfortable mock polo neck under her jacket on the chilly evening.

Examples

Many fashion brands offer sweaters with a mock polo neck for a stylish look that's not too warm.
A mock polo neck is perfect if you want the turtleneck style without the bulk of a fold-over collar.
She wore a stylish mock polo neck to the party.
The mock polo neck is perfect for layering in winter.
A mock polo neck is an ideal choice for staying warm without feeling constricted by a traditional turtleneck.
This season, many designers have released mock polo neck sweaters that combine elegance and comfort.
She liked wearing a mock polo neck on cold days because it kept her warm without adding extra bulk.

Synonyms

mock turtleneck

vsmock polo neck

3 4.3

A sweater or top with a short tight collar that stands up and does not fold over

is broader and also fits stand-up collars inspired by shirt-style collars as well

How High

turtleneck

40 2.9

mock polo neck

6.3

crew neck

1 2.1

Surface Forms

mock polo neck singular

mock polo necks plural

Morphology

mock + polo + neck

The meaning is directly derivable from the parts: 'mock' (imitation) + 'polo' (polo-style shirt/collar) + 'neck' (collar), so a B1 learner can infer an imitation/short polo-style collar that stands up but doesn’t fold. This is a straightforward compositional clothing term that follows normal English compounding patterns and is likely transparent across many languages.

Etymology

Mock polo neck comes from fashion words: mock means 'imitation' and polo neck is a name for a high, folded collar like a 'turtleneck'. A mock polo neck is a short, stand-up collar that looks like a turtleneck but does not fold, so the name helps you remember it gives the same style without the extra warmth.